Over the years living in the Gildon estate, I'd come to understand Zack's character and temperament.

He always kept business and personal matters separate. If Chris made a bad decision or made a mistake, Zack would punish him just the same.

Given the latest reports I'd received, it seemed Chris was still aggressively poaching clients from my current company. He was trying to crush us entirely. I couldn't help but say, "It seems Zack's warning didn't work."

Conrad noticed the concern in my voice. "Is Chris still at it?"

"Yes, he's determined to destroy my company completely," I said in a trembling voice.

I couldn't stay calm anymore.

This affected not just my company but also our clients, and it was a heavy burden to bear.

"He's going too far. I'll talk to my dad about this," Conrad said angrily.

"I'll handle it. I have a birthday gift for Zack anyway. I'll see if he likes it," I said, and Conrad's eyes brightened.

smiled warmly. "Great! Are you going today?

lips together. "Yes, today, but I'm bringing someone

Conrad's smile remained, "A

said, and Conrad's smile

moment of shock and heartbreak pained me

had mentioned it too. It was better to let him face the truth now. I had to dispel any false hopes he had and help him move on. After

"Brandon Howell."

darkened

wouldn't joke about my happiness, nor would I act out

was hurt. "But I can't believe you've moved

knew this, why

me likely started before he went

that was why he stayed

waste time on someone or feelings that aren't worth it." After a pause,

feel Conrad's eyes on

again. "Fine. Even if you're over Chris, you've only known Brandon

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