Imogen, after hearing this, turned her head and congratulated Shirley. “Congratulations. I might be calling you Mrs. Flintstone in no time.”

Shirley’s heart tightened. She felt that her friendship with Imogen was changing. Perhaps… it wouldn’t be as open as it used to be.

The environment had made their friendship more fragile. Shirley smiled. “Let’s just go with the flow. I don’t want to push too hard.”

This time, Shirley didn’t argue. She knew that many things were beyond her control. For example, her feelings for Zacharias. She had rejected him initially, but now, for some reason, she seemed to accept his pursuit.

Beneath Imogen’s calm exterior, her heart was tormented by pain and jealousy. But she couldn’t say it, and she couldn’t show it. She didn’t want Shirley to see her dark side because it wasn’t time for a final falling out yet.

“Shirley, don’t burden yourself. Really, you and Zacharias are a match. I sincerely wish you both well.” Imogen pretended to be sincere.

to apologize, Shirley brought a gift-a small box.

opened it. Indeed, there was a beautiful brooch sitting inside. She smilingly said,

anything you need help with,

you should go back to Mr. Flintstone. After all, his safety is the most important.”

nodded and left. Once outside, she sighed with relief. She

you take me for? A beggar to be pitied?” Imogen didn’t want to endure this insult. For her, everything

opened the door, Zacharias was the only one sitting on the couch. Freddie had left. Shirley sat down next to Zacharias.

scattered documents he had

The afternoon went by peacefully. After finishing the task, Zacharias suggested that she rest

a bit tired. To ensure that she was in

up and came out. Seeing Zacharias still sitting on the couch,

She sat beside him and asked, “Do you want

He placed the documents aside and looked at the woman who had just taken a nap. Her cheeks were full, and her complexion was

She reached out, embracing Zacharias’ neck, and pressed her cheek against

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