lan's voice was the epitome of cool as he laid out his plan, "Drop the bait, and wait for the big fish to bite."

He was actually curious to see who had the audacity to rally the Four families and take on the Hayes Corporation. After hanging up, lan noticed that Clara was about to head out the door.

He called out to her, "Where are you off to?"

Clara turned. Her smile was a gentle curve. "I'm going to check on Katherine. You hash things out with Teo."

lan's gaze followed her. There was a touch of vulnerability in his voice. "Mrs. Hayes, your husband can't even move at all. He needs you. Are you sure you want to leave me here to meet another man?"

A playful arch danced in Clara's brows. "You're discussing business with Teo; I wouldn't want to interrupt. I'll be back soon."

Without waiting for a response, she left.

Teo stood up, blunt as ever. "You don't need looking after. I'll go with Clara to see Katherine."

watched his father's hasty departure, gritting his teeth

that his father had a soft spot for Katherine. He was officially here

his father had a

pulled out his phone and shot

DNA test done on

passed without

lan dialed her

on the couch, indulging in a strawberry shortcake Brodie had whipped up for her.

filled the line. "Clara, how's Katherine

The doctor says she can be discharged in

thought something was up. You and my dad have been gone for

clock. "Ages? It's been less than ten

longer without you here. Time drags on. Clara, I find I'm more and

like a lonely, forlorn puppy

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