Christian was on edge, worried Jillian would blurt out something reckless. In a moment of fury, he struck her leg with his cane. The pain nearly brought her to her knees, but he quickly dragged her away.

“Flora, just you wait. I won’t let this slide!”

Even as Christian pulled her away, Jillian turned back to hurl threats at Flora. Her bloodshot eyes were filled with such insane hatred, it looked like she wanted to tear Flora apart.

The moment they left, the office fell silent. Everyone’s expressions were a mix of shock and confusion, especially Mr. Richard and the counselor. It seemed Flora was confident, likely because she had some powerful support. Even Christian had to tuck his tail between his legs and apologize to her.

“Where’s your boss?” Flora asked Moss and Beck.

Moss replied respectfully, “The boss is downstairs.”

“Flora, you go ahead and meet Connor. Dad and I need to talk to Mr.

standing under a large oak tree across the street. He had his back to her, dressed in a simple white

didn’t dare approach, only took a few photos from a distance. Connor, wearing a face mask, was growing impatient. The

put on the mask to avoid attention,

“Connor!”

honey, melting his heart. He turned around to see her, hands

her hand. “Where

replied, “They had something to discuss with Mr. Richard and told me

“Haven’t eaten yet?”

“Nope.”

head on his shoulder, a

my car for

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