Game Over No Second Chances

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Chapter 96

As the evening sun dipped below the horizon, Serena stepped into the Jansen residence,

The manent she walked in, her eyes landed on the man sining alone on the couch.

Zach was dressed in a crisp shirt and tailored slacks, his sleeves rolled up just enough to reveal his strong forearms and a gold watch. He sat there in silence, watching her.

The last rays of sunlight filtered through the windows, casting, long shadows between them, as if drawing an invisible line that separated two people standing on opposite sides of a world That was no longer the same.

Silence hang heavy in the air

Howard stepped forward, playing the role of the peacemaker. With a seemingly gentle gesture, he took Serena's coat and hung it up for her.

Serena eyed bis untusual behavist and casually slipped one hand into her pocket.

In reality, Howard used the moment to say in a hushed tone, "We're about to collaborate with Foster Group. You'll have to cross paths anyway, so talk to him now and apologize to keep things smooth for the future."

"I refuse. I already said I don't want any unnecessary ties to him"

Serena had no intention of giving Howard the satisfaction.

Just as she was about to leave, Howard grabbed her arm to stop her.

Zach and apologize, you can secure this deal. After that, you can do whatever you want

isn't he your ex? You spent over a decade with him. What's wrong with having a meal with him again?

you afraid of being judged by your ex if you keep acting like this? Use your relationship with him, and get

stumbled

reached out to steady

and Sarah were eagerly waiting for a show She let out

Howard's own words echoed through the

expression turned grim. He couldn't believe

forward,

sidestepped him

guard, he missed the step by the entryway and stumbled. Then,

floor hard,

to his side and helped him up. Seeing his legs

she turned to Serena

How could you do this

Serena goreder

Howard hadn't panicked, he wouldn't have tripped in

slowly withdrew his hand. His

rather bacter your own daughter for a deal.

was on the verge

teeth as cold weat buke out across his

Serena was just being