Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

"Mom, I got him! I found that jerk's company!"

Sam is kind of a wildcard, never really holding down a proper job but always had his ways of getting things done, albeit through some shady methods.

Farley, with a mix of skepticism and hope, didn't really expect much. But, lo and behold, Sam actually came through.

"Fantastic! I've been itching for a chance to confront him, and now we've got it. Let's roll, kiddo," Maisie said, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

For the past few weeks, just lurking around the entrance of the Sherwood residence, hoping to catch a glimpse of Beverley and give her a piece of their mind, had yielded nothing but frustration. Beverley was practically a hermit now. But this... this was a game changer.

Half an hour later.

"This is Murray Sherwood's place? Look at the size of this tower! How rich is this guy?"

Farley stared in awe at the towering skyscraper, his eyes revealing a flash of greed he couldn't quite hide.

"Wow, sis really snagged a big fish this time. This dude's loaded!" Maisie couldn't help but marvel.

they played their cards right, they might just hit

determination, they

downtown location, equipped with top-notch security systems. It wasn't just a walk

a janitor slipping into a utility room, Maisie quickly hatched a plan.

surveyed the lavish lobby, clearly out of their element among the

around until the elevator arrived, and they

Maisie whispered, feeling swamped by all the floors listed in the

his head. "No, but I'd bet

the top floor, they stepped out, unsure of where

place is massive. Which way now?" Maisie muttered,

We'll figure it out," Farley suggested, hoping for

didn't have to wander far before spotting the "CEO's Office" sign. Farley's eyes lit

Suddenly-

An assistant, having risen from her

crew are you with, and what brings you to the top floor?" she inquired, her