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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 them from

avenged her, ensuring their downfall was even more tragic.

her final moments. Still, she puzzled over why Joseph, after enduring so much, abruptly

Ericko accompanied her out of the hospital room, the two walked through the hospital gardens.

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it seems like it’ll happen soon,” Maggie admitted, her eyes drifting

t

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

yet he could not ignore the fact

counsel would differ. However, his

won’t do that to me,” Maggie quickly came to Nathael’s defense.

for her both in

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

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

conversation then naturally veered towards their professional lives.

back. They’re gearing up to debut the

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

before, Vanessa had found her way into

Madam Adam’s protection, her tendency to yield serving her in this environment.

you plan to do?” Ericko’s voice was soft, curious about her next move.

at him intently, “Have you heard of Shawn Lewis?”

as an enforcer in the nightlife. However,

but recently, he focused on timber and jewelry, aligning him with the Adams‘ main business.

the

to ensnare the Camerons,” he

acknowledgment, “Exactly, it

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

brink of being caught, and his activities were monitored closely, just

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but this time,

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

Maggie a sense of ease. She shared further, “Beyond just getting the goods, I’m planning