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Chapter 107 Are You Mad at Me?

“I do. Mrs. Adam, you’ve got it twisted. I’m not into Ericko like that,” Maggie quickly set the record straight thinking back to what Nathael had said last night.

She wondered why he did push her a little harder because she would have said yes if he did.

Yet, deep down, she knew it would always be him.

Despite her own second–guessing, Maggie could not imagine being with anyone else.

Hearing this, Fiona felt a bit let down and went straight for the jugular with her next question, catching Maggie off guard, “So, when are you going to break it off?”

Phillip cleared his throat loudly.

Phillip could not stand to watch anymore and had to say something.

Ericko, feeling a headache coming on, was shocked to hear Maggie had a boyfriend, especially since Nathael did not strike him as the type to charm someone like her.

Fiona, though, seemed to really hit it off with Maggie, diving into deep conversation. Maggie, enjoying the vibe, stayed close to her mom, keeping her company and making sure she was having a good time.

Ericko watched the scene unfold with gentle eyes.

Remembering Nathael mentioning her stomach troubles and skipping breakfast, he quickly arranged for a breakfast delivery.

Initially feeling out of place, Maggie was persuaded by Fiona and Ericko to join them for the meal.

Time seemed to speed up as they enjoyed their morning.

When Fiona appeared slightly tired, Maggie decided it was time to say goodbye.

Grasping her hand, Fiona offered a heartfelt invitation, “Drop by my place sometime or come see me at work. Our home might not be filled with much, but our jewelry

ollection is vast. Pick anything you fancy.”

Maggie listened to Fiona’s generous words, yet her smile faltered.

Her family had always been kind–hearted.

preventing

ensuring their downfall was

for her, he would have never left their side until her final moments. Still, she puzzled over why Joseph, after enduring so

Ericko accompanied her out of the hospital room, the

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it’ll happen soon,”

t

Ericko gently ruffled her hair, offering a gentle caution, “Take your time with this, he might not appreciate you rushing.”

not that kind of person, yet he could not ignore the fact that Maggie was his

differ. However, his

that to me,” Maggie quickly came

of Nathael’s regard for her both in this lifetime and

keep his thoughts to himself, “Alright, I’ll take your word for

past endeavors for Joseph. She quietly confessed, “Truth is, my judgment has been pretty

conversation then naturally veered

back.

adding. “They’re really pushing the timeline, and Vanessa moving in with the

like before, Vanessa had found

lesser role, Vanessa managed well under Madam Adam’s protection, her tendency to yield serving her in

plan to do?” Ericko’s voice was soft, curious

looking at him intently, “Have you heard

shady contacts, and started out as an enforcer in the nightlife. However, his bold actions, keen eye, and sharp intellect soon elevated

into smuggling, finding success. Initially, his dealings were varied, but recently, he focused on timber and jewelry,

with the industry,

use him to

was an acknowledgment, “Exactly, it seems you’re quite informed too.

drawn attention from higher–ups, posing a threat to his operations. Maggie had Leo dig into this, and the intel confirmed her recollections from

being caught, and his activities were monitored closely, just waiting for the

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else had inadvertently set a trap for Shawn, but this time,

care of the preparations,” Ericko confirmed, signaling his grasp

who was sharp and on the ball, brought Maggie a sense of ease. She shared further, “Beyond just getting the goods,