Marrying A Secret Zillionaire Happy Ever After (Linsey)

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She pressed her lips together and added softly, “In business, seeking investment, forming partnerships—there’s no shame in it. It’s just how the world works.”

A spark of hope and happiness flashed across Dustin’s face. “Mom, you mean it? Are you really ready to welcome Dolores into the family?”

Joanne kept her emotions carefully hidden as she sat silently nearby.

Without addressing Dustin’s question, Hester shifted her attention to Joanne. “Kase reached out to me not long ago. He handed over your transcripts and shared your professional journey. I found your list of accomplishments remarkable, especially your time abroad and the depth of your internships. You have an impressive background. I always hoped you would help Dustin breathe new life into the Wade Group. In my view, you are the best match for him. Frankly, I doubt anyone else in Grester could suit him half as well.”

A brief pause allowed her words to settle, and then she spoke again, voice measured. “To be honest, Joanne, your credentials would open doors to any elite family in Grester, including the Lawsons.”

The impact of her remark left Joanne’s eyes shining with surprise. Linsey and Collin, too, exchanged startled looks, taken aback by Hester’s candor.

he ever wanted was for his mother to accept Dolores—not to

independent, starting your own business—I wouldn’t have picked

comment caused Dustin’s anxious look

a capable partner for her son, but not one with her

away from her dreams for the sake of a man. No matter how much he loved her, Dustin

crystal clear to Dustin: asking Dolores to give up control of the Davidson Group meant demanding she turn her back on

“Mom—” left Dustin’s

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relaxed smile and said, “Still, women like Dolores are the ones I truly

looked over at Linsey perched on the sofa. “Linsey, you’re remarkable as well. When I found out you stepped into the CEO role at the Lawson Group, I was honestly amazed. My admiration is genuine. It makes perfect sense that you and Dolores are close—your drive and

there in disbelief. He had never thought Hester would voice her respect for Dolores this soon. Shock made it impossible for him to get a word out. Joy

on, her tone steady. “Still, Linsey