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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.

previous life, her actions brought them undeserved distress, preventing them from finding happiness. Why did the

ensuring their downfall was even

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

out of the hospital room, the two walked through

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happen soon,”

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

kind of person, yet he could

perhaps his counsel would differ. However, his affection for his

that to me,” Maggie quickly came to Nathael’s

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

keep his thoughts to himself,

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

conversation then naturally veered towards their

me to come back.

Vanessa moving in with the Adams is a big reason why the jewelry company

just like before, Vanessa had found her way into the

well under Madam Adam’s protection, her tendency to yield serving her

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

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

not born into privilege, had some shady contacts, and started out as an enforcer in the

but recently, he

with the industry, understood.

use him to ensnare

acknowledgment, “Exactly, it seems you’re quite informed

to his operations. Maggie had Leo dig into

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

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this time, the Camerons were unwittingly laying the groundwork, which

confirmed, signaling his grasp

ease. She shared further, “Beyond just getting the goods, I’m planning to double down on the design