Chapter 520

Upon hearing this, Colt hesitated for a moment before Sophie reassured him, “Don’t worry, I’m just going to have a brief chat with them. It won’t bring any trouble to you or Mr. Burke.”

Colt quickly lowered his head, responding, “Yes, malam.”

Soon after, Colt drove Sophie to the Devins‘ residence.

The Devins were over the moon with the contract they had just secured. When the housekeeper saw Sophie arriving, she promptly went inside to inform the Devins, who all straightened their faces upon hearing the news.

Moms frowned, “What’s she doing here?”

“Honey, maybe we should just send her away. She’s James‘ wife. Surely, she’s in league with the Burkes!”

“You’re right, send her away!”

Just as Moms finished speaking, Calla suddenly spoke up, “Dad, Mom, maybe we should let Ms. Sophie in.”

“You naive child, what do you know? She’s definitely here to plead on behalf of the Burke family!”

“That’s not true. It was Sophie who reminded me time and again to ask for this contract. Without her, would we have had the courage to approach the Devins for money? Maybe she’s here to help us as well.”

then let her in. I want to see what the Burke family’s daughter–in–law is really

Morris gave the word, the housekeeper quickly ushered Sophie in.

said, “We’re just a modest family, Mrs. Burke. It’s quite a bother for you to come all this way. If you’re here to intercede on behalf of Bea Burke, then we have nothing

already made your decision. Isn’t that a bit premature?” Sophie smiled.

and approached her, saying, “Ms. Sophie, I wonder if you remember

you are quite the model couple. I’ve heard much about you, and we’ve indeed met a few times.

was able to secure the contract without being bullied by the Burkes. I owe you my thanks, Ms. Sophie.”

need for thanks. I was also doing

took a box out of her bag and opened it, revealing a sapphire ring inside. Paige, who knew her jewels, was instantly captivated.

is something Bea asked me to give to you. It’s said

Devins‘ eyes sparkled at the mention, and it was clear How precious a century–old royal

examining it closely “This looks like it could be

debt settlement. I’ve brought this over to discuss a business deal with you.”

everyone became serious. Morris asked sternly, “So, Mrs. Burke,

have advised Ms. Calla on how to protect her

Ms. Sophie, you are here

to ask what you three think of this

managed a strained smile. “We’re just a humble family. Since the ring is of such

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