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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.

brought them undeserved distress, preventing them from finding

avenged her, ensuring their downfall was even

their side until her final moments. Still, she puzzled over why Joseph, after enduring so much,

accompanied her out of the hospital room, the

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seems like it’ll happen soon,” Maggie admitted,

t

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

feelings been directed elsewhere, perhaps his counsel would differ. However, his affection for

do that to me,” Maggie quickly came

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

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

was struck by a sense of regret, recalling her past endeavors for Joseph. She quietly confessed, “Truth is, my judgment

conversation then naturally veered towards their

back. They’re gearing up

moving in with the Adams is a big reason why the

found

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

voice was soft, curious

him intently, “Have you

privilege, had some shady contacts, and started out as an enforcer in the nightlife.

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

with the industry, understood.

to ensnare the Camerons,” he surmised.

“Exactly, it seems

and involvement in lucrative areas had drawn attention from higher–ups, posing a threat to his operations. Maggie

was on the brink of being caught, and his activities were monitored closely,

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previous life, someone else had inadvertently set a trap for Shawn, but this time, the Camerons were unwittingly laying the groundwork, which suited Maggie just

confirmed, signaling

shared further, “Beyond just getting the goods, I’m planning to double down