Lauren was grinding her teeth in anger, but Billy was holding her arm, keeping her from exploding into a tirade.

Billy still had that grin plastered on his face. "Josie, have a sip of coffee, chill out. Whatever it is, we can talk it out slow and easy."

Josefina coughed twice behind her hand before taking a couple of sips of her coffee.

That's when Billy continued, "Josie, you know how your mom's got a short fuse, right? She's always been like this, so don't get worked up. I reached out 'cause I need your help with the family biz."

As Josefina kept her lips sealed, Billy pressed on, "Josie, if our company is doing well, you can benefit too, right? I mean, sure, your current folks aren't rolling in dough, but when the time comes for you to tie the knot, me and your mom can throw in a helping hand."

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has to get married? I can't choose not to? Besides,

Josefina's confidence, "Easy for you to say, Josefina. After being

brow furrowed, her expression turned to ice. "So, are you telling me you

"Josie, take one for the team, for the family's sake. Once we're back on track,

biological parents? They ain't billionaires, and you're no rich ladies. Face reality, girl, gotta keep your feet

anymore, and you kicked me out. Why should I lift a finger for you? Who do

the bait, Billy went for the hard sell, "Help me broker a deal, and I'll give you a cool million,

is way too much.

Mom, I'm not mad, as

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