Chapter 1491

Mrs. Adams transferred the payment quickly. "Let's add each other as contacts," she suggested. "Our place needs cleaning three times a week, and if we're ever away, you could stop by daily. I'll reach out directly."

"Sounds good. I'll be on my way, then." Jamie returned the cleaning supplies to the service room and headed out. High-end apartments were convenient. With all the cleaning supplies provided, she didn't need to bring a thing. She only had to show up. Behind her, she could hear Mr. Adams complimenting his wife, "Is that the new dress you bought? It looks amazing on you, really brings out your glow. You're looking better every day."

He had a comfortable life in a city-center luxury apartment and a high-paying job, not because of his talent, but thanks to his wife's connections and background.

Though he resented her, privately thinking of her as frumpy and unattractive, he was always quick to lavish her with praise.

As for Jamie? He hadn't succeeded today, but he figured he would get another chance.

......

Meanwhile, Ben had just arrived at his law office, where he organized his materials and prepared for a meeting with a client.

They discussed the case in detail, and as they wrapped up, the client leaned forward, saying, "Mr. Lucas, we really need to win this case. I've put together a little thank-you gift for you on top of your fees."

handed over a bag

bars. Ben didn't even glance at it before pushing it back. "You're my client. I'll give this case my all, no need for anything

It's just my job."

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Lucas, truly." The client left, profusely grateful, joining his girlfriend outside. The couple

felt a pang of nostalgia. He

to be like

the good

through the tough times

side-by-side. They had been

now, things were

painfully different.

his phone rang The familiar ringtone he had kept for years momentarily sparked

checked the

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