"Please, make sure you get me what I need ASAP. That's the real priority here," she said, wiping her swollen eyes. "Mr. Zach, maybe one day I'll agree to work with you, but only if you're not just using me. You also need to make sure I have a way out."

Zach chuckled, a mix of arrogance and something a bit twisted. "My dear Eliza, we're partners in this. It's not about using anyone. I would never let you get hurt."

"That's what I hope."

Eliza walked past Zach.

Aaron stepped out of his car, his eyes fixed on her. "Eliza."

"Aaron," Eliza walked up to him. "You've been such great help today. You should head back and get some rest."

"As a friend, it's the least I can do." He pressed his lips together gently. "I'm heading back to Martin Hospital. If you ever find it unbearable at Welton International, come and find me. I could arrange a job for you."

"Thank you, Aaron. I still owe Casper money. He won't let me off easily."

Rose had passed away. But debts didn't just disappear with a person.

Aaron nodded slightly, not saying much more. "You and Chelsea should head back home early. Send me a message when you get home, so I don't worry."

"Okay."

off, Eliza slumped into Chelsea's car, exhausted. Her head

dabbed some peppermint oil on her fingertips and gently massaged Eliza's temples. "Go home and get some good sleep. We can talk

thank you for being here with me." Eliza held

"Try to

studio apartment and watched her

She had requested bereavement leave, and the company had granted her a

the next

a notice from the company asking her to vacate her apartment. She thought there had been some mistake, but after an apologetic explanation from HR, she learned it was an instruction from the

of despair, he

a suitcase full. She returned to her parents'

she had finished unpacking, Eliza received a

to give you some things from your aunt. Come

was signed

was busy. Aaron said he was at the Falconridge Hotel for a meeting, so she didn't think much of it and grabbed her bag to

"Aaron."

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