Never See You Again

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Sergio’s voice carried a hint of mockery. “At least a dozen women in Seathburn are vying to be Mrs. Brooks. The Hoffman family isn’t even on the radar. What makes you think you can help me?”

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Cecilia had never expected Sergio to ridicule her so openly. Her face flushed with embarrassment.

Indeed, compared to the city’s elite families, the Hoffmans were considered insignificant. What made her think she stood a chance?

Sergio, seeing her embarrassed state, spoke coldly, “Get out. I won’t repeat myself.”

Biting her lip, Cecilia finally fled the study room.

“Mr. Brooks, was it necessary to be so harsh with Ms. Hoffman? She’s still young and in her salad days.” Larry ventured cautiously. “Are you questioning my decisions?”

“No, Mr. Brooks.”

Sergio would have shown more patience with women at Cecilia’s age, even if it was just a facade. He wouldn’t have used such a

to see anyone who doesn’t belong to

Brooks. I’ll take care of it

Allie was packing Cecilia’s belongings downstairs. Cecilia, who had just moved in yesterday to care for Hailey,

tumed sour, and she pleaded

Lailey, “Mrs. Brooks

unstable. I can’t leave you

me to do if you can’t even win a man’s heart?”

disobedient. She couldn’t control him anymore and had no choice but to let him

in caring for Hailey

dear, once Sergio divorces Maeve,

wait for Sergio and Maeve

to a divorce? And even if they did, would

send Ms. Hoffman home and thank Mrs. Hoffman for sending

Mrs. Brooks Senior”

becoming Mrs. Brooks?

commented, “Ms. Hoffman was so absurd. She was making a scene, refusing to leave, and still dreaming of becoming Mrs. Brooks. If you ask me, it’s Mrs. Brooks