Chapter 9 Matthew's Trouble

The next morning, Selena covered the marks on her face with foundation and went to the studio.

The studio was located in a two-story commercial building. She only worked part-time here, so she didn't need to punch in regularly but had to attend the monthly summary meeting. Matthew used to be the first one there, but he arrived half an hour late this time. He wore the same suit as yesterday and looked rushed.

Selena stopped fidgeting with her pen when she saw him. She had a feeling that something bad had happened to Matthew.

"Sorry for being so late today," Matthew said as he walked up to his seat at the front of the room. He noticed Selena's worried expression and smiled apologetically.

People presented their summaries as usual. After the meeting ended, Selena planned on leaving with everyone else but when she saw that Matthew hadn't moved, she decided to check up on him.

"Something happened to Sarah's family," Matthew said wearily while rubbing his forehead. His voice was hoarse. It seemed that he hadn't slept all night long. He hesitated before continuing, "I'm considering selling our studio, but I don't know how to tell everyone."

the rise. Why would he suddenly want to sell it? Moreover, Matthew shouldn't be short of money since he poured so much effort into it over these years. 'He must

much money

million dollars," replied Matthew bitterly while rubbing his eyes full of red bloodshot veins. "If we had gotten

interrupted him while packing. "Just don't tell anyone about it

out. It was Sarah's fault last

her luck at the Raymond Group again. Raymond was in his office now. She would have to meet him before talking to

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landmarks. It was said that whatever one could see from the top of it belonged to the

receptionist with a smile upon seeing Selena's unfamiliar face. "How may I help

you know if he is

receptionist paused for a moment before sizing up Selena with a few glances from head to toe. "I'm sorry,

didn't give up.

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