Chapter 497

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The specter of her past loomed large, and the last thing Shelia wanted was for it to be paraded in public. Joe’s hint was as subtle as a freight train, his implication crystal clear…

The Nichols family couldn’t afford to welcome a former mistress, fresh off the heels of a lost child, into their esteemed household. They needed to maintain appearances, present a united front, and resurrect their floundering reputation and finances.

Declan, grasping the situation, said, “Jade, don’t make a scene.”

“Dad…”

“I understand Mr. Nichols‘ concerns,” Declan said, turning his attention back to Joe. “He’s doing what’s best for the Nichols family. Since you’ve divorced Debra, how long must my daughter wait?

Juan remained silent, leaving Joe to fill the void. “Six months. The contract with Ms. Frazier ends in six months. Until then, Miss Blair will have to be patient.”

Shelia bristled, “Why should I wait? The position of Mrs. Nichols should be mine!”

“Silence!” Declan barked.

shrank back in

“Well, six months it is. I trust Mr.

Juan nodded. “Naturally.”

agreement to Declan. “Though Mr. Nichols isn’t engaged to Miss Blair, our business dealings with the Blair family will continue. You can

in relief. Aligning with the Nichols family meant he no

Mr. Nichols. I’ll make sure Shelia understands her

“Good.”

gripped Shelia’s arm, dragging her out of the room

we leaving? I need to talk to him,”

him? The situation is clear, and it

face

promised to marry her, and now he was reneging,

can’t stand watching Debra still take that position. You need

If you step out of line, don’t blame me for what happens

cold, calculating gaze. Shelia paled, suddenly realizing the

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