Goodbye, My Love

You’re remarkably accomplished. I couldn’t ask for more. Once you become part of the Cruz family, we’ll join forces, and, without a doubt, we’ll surpass the Bryant Group eventually.”

The more Florence spoke, the more ludicrous she sounded. At her wits’ end, Loraine cut her off, setting the record straight.

With no other ears to witness the conversation, she saw no need to spare any feelings for the Cruz family.

“Mrs. Cruz, I must make it clear. I don’t have any romantic feelings for Grady. I won’t consider marrying him in the future. I urge you to seek a suitable partner for your son elsewhere.” Pausing briefly,

Loraine added, “Concerning the potential collaboration, my assistant or someone from the Universe Group can set up a meeting. We can discuss the specifics then.”

Florence had steeled herself to display humility, but Loraine’s rejection was even more explicit than she had anticipated. Her frustration was evident on her face, darkening her expression.

association with Marco

Cruz family?”

on her words, they began to make

suggestion, Loraine, is not to place

by a family that never fails to impede his progress. Who knows what clandestine dealings they might have? Are you really willing to

expression morphed into a scowl upon hearing Florence’s disparaging

feel if he

jolted by Loraine’s words, was caught off guard. Rumors

her, but she didn’t dare to cross

Angela’s Library

of Grady isn’t Marco’s problem. I simply don’t have feelings for Grady. Moreover, Marco’s

to never join the Cruz