Dawn broke over the Costello estate overseas.

Sophie was lounging on the couch, enjoying her breakfast, when the housemaid approached her. "Madam, Ms. Vanessa has arrived for a visit. Would you like to see her?" "Are you sure Vanessa came alone?" Sophie asked.

"Yes," the maid nodded. "I didn't see anyone else with her."

Sophie's face grew more guarded.

"If you'd rather not meet with her, I can send her away," the maid offered.

"It's okay. I'll see her," Sophie replied coolly. "And while you're at it, cut the security detail by half. Make it discreet. We don't want anyone to notice."

"Pardon?"

"And if anything unexpected happens, just go with the flow. Let Colby know if necessary, or call the police," Sophie added.

The maid looked bewildered but quickly complied. "Yes, Madam."

Vanessa made her

the sofa, dressed in a champagne-colored silk nightgown that perfectly outlined her stunning figure. The delicate lace trim at the chest barely revealed a hint of her cleavage. It was a

couldn't help but feel bitter, knowing that

Colby first, and she had fallen for him

what brings you here?" Sophie's tone was light, tinged with

"I came to ask

married, Ms. Vanessa. Don't you

really in danger now! The shareholders know you are his weakness. You know, my father did entrust me to Colby with his dying wish, and

want Colby to

stigma of being dishonorable?"

Vanessa was clearly anxious.

smile. She placed her teacup on the table and looked at Vanessa.

herself at a loss for

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