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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.

distress, preventing them from finding

had avenged her, ensuring their downfall

their side until her final moments. Still, she puzzled over

Ericko accompanied her out of the hospital room, the two

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happen soon,” Maggie admitted, her eyes drifting

t

caution, “Take your time with this, he

that kind of person, yet he could not ignore

his counsel would differ. However, his affection for his sister warranted

won’t do that to me,” Maggie quickly came to

regard for her both in this

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

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

naturally veered towards their professional lives.

call from the Camerons asking me to come back. They’re gearing up to debut the new jewelry line

really pushing the timeline, and Vanessa moving in with the Adams is a big reason why the jewelry company is

knew, just like before, Vanessa had found

a lesser role, Vanessa managed well under Madam Adam’s protection, her tendency to

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

looking at him intently, “Have you heard of Shawn

shady contacts, and started out as an enforcer in

varied, but recently,

familiar with the industry, understood.

use him to ensnare the Camerons,”

smile was an acknowledgment, “Exactly, it seems

his operations. Maggie had Leo dig into this, and the intel confirmed her

on the brink of being caught, and his activities were monitored closely, just waiting for the right moment to

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set a trap for Shawn, but this time, the Camerons were unwittingly laying the groundwork, which suited Maggie just fine.

care of the preparations,” Ericko confirmed, signaling

brought Maggie a sense of ease. She shared further, “Beyond