Chapter 45

Linda held Zack's hand, saying, "I'm still alive."

"It's a huge relief that you're alright. I wouldn't know how to face your parents in the afterlife otherwise," Zack said, tears streaming down his face.

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He had worked with John for many years and had always treated Linda with care. He struggled to accept it when he heard the news of Linda's death four years ago.

"Zack, I'm fine. I'm still here," Linda reassured him, holding back her tears. She got straight to the point. "I came today because I need to ask you something."

"Sure, come on in," Zack said, gesturing for Linda to enter before noticing William. He had never been fond of William, especially with all the pain William had caused Linda.

Group?" Zack's voice was loaded with disdain. "What brings the great Mr. Wilson

suffering, how could Zack ever be kind to the man responsible for it? William stayed calm, knowing he

Xander, about what happened before-" he began, but Zack's wife, Julie Armfield, took

You must be exhausted from the trip from Osmo

some rest," Julie said.

with William more than she had to. Zack followed

Even though he wasn't wanted, he wasn't about to leave unless

figured that by sticking around Linda, he might manage to win

the living room, sipped her water, and asked Zack

former subordinates were known for their loyalty and tight-knit relationships. They were surely feeling confused and angry about John's death. Linda's visit served two purposes-to gather information from Zack and to persuade him to return

company.

it look strong on the surface but weak underneath. If not for the projects supplied by William, the company might have gone bankrupt by "Linda, your dad didn't want me to tell you some things," Zack said, indicating he knew more. His promise to

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