Chapter 23

Sophie knew it was all just a show for Bea’s benefit.

James’ parents had passed away when he was young, and Bea had raised him single-handedly. James held a deep respect and always looked after her.

Sophie didn’t expose him. Instead, she played along with James at the right moments.

“What are you planning to do with that piece of land?” Bea suddenly asked.

Her question was directed not at Sophie but at James,

James, sitting in front, glanced at Sophie in the rearview mirror and said, “That’s Sophie’s purchase. She’ll

handle it.”

Bea looked toward Sophie and said, “Let James manage the land matter. The most important duty for a woman is to support her husband and nurture her children.”

“Grandma, the affairs of the Burke family are indeed managed by James, but this land was bought on behalf of the Russell family. It’s intended for my family’s use, so it doesn’t require my mediation.”

changed her tone. “In the future, try to stay out of such matters.

“I understand, Grandma.”

each point. She knew all too well what kind of person Bea was. If Bea learned that she was planning to start her own business, Sophie

chess game tonight, so you’ll drive Sophie home. Let work

is most important.”

carried

but didn’t show

in the rearview mirror and

blame onto her.

deep breath and forced down the bitterness. If being disliked

sooner, so be it.

Bea dragged her around the mall the entire day until it was dark before finally allowing Sophie to

Sophie and James

have to stay at the office tonight. I won’t

you ever come

asked casually, and James was at

home during the billion-dollar deal days ago, he hadn’t spent a night there since. She had enjoyed some

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