Chapter 93


Chapter 93:

Joyce hesitated before taking a small, nervous step forward, her hands twisting nervously in front of her. Katrina gave a subtle pull on her skirt, a silent nudge of encouragement.

Taking a breath, Joyce forced a shy smile and spoke in a soft, almost teasing tone.

“Mr. Phillips, are you here to congratulate me on my new office? Thank you so much for being here. It really means a lot. The space is still a work in progress, though.”

Katrina couldn’t have looked happier. With a proud smile, she added, “Cedric, welcome! What a wonderful surprise to have you here!”

Caiden felt his pride grow as he watched Cedric. Having him there, with all his influence and status, was like a badge of honor for Caiden, giving him a sense of validation and boosting his confidence tenfold. At the same time, Joyce’s friends were gathered at the back, staring at Cedric in awe.

“That’s Cedric?” one of them whispered, her voice shaky with astonishment.

The business mogul who’s always in

us.

Cedric known for staying away from social events? Why would he come here, of all places? And on Joyce’s office opening day, no less. What’s

for Joyce! I mean, why else would he be

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why would Cedric go for someone like Joyce?

the rest—it

room went still. Caiden, Katrina, and Joyce turned in sync, their glares sharp and

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gaze fell upon Cedric, her smile was unwavering. She regarded him as an exemplary choice for a son-in-law. Leaning towards Caiden, she murmured, “Cedric really is something else, isn’t he? Look how polite and considerate

watching Cedric’s poised and respectful manner, nodded

grin broadened with

This is all free doing. Had I not nurtured Joyce so well, she might have ended up like Daniela. Think about it—when we’re old, who will we

“You’re absolutely right. Joyce is all we’ve got. Daniela? She’s a lost cause, utterly unreliable for

a surge of elation, her beaming smile

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