"Achoo-!" Odie sneezed unexpectedly in his study just as Jonah walked in. "Mr. Odie, Ms. Vanessa has arrived," Jonah announced.

Odie waved a hand casually. "Let her in."

"Sure thing."

Jonah opened the study door, and Vanessa hesitated at the entrance. She'd heard that Colby had taken Sophie away and hurried over to the Minton family to get the full story.

Just one look at Vanessa, and Odie knew what she was thinking. "Sophie has been rescued, Ms. Vanessa. Helping you this time cost me quite a few men," he said.

Vanessa's face twisted in frustration. "You did it for yourself... Don't make it sound so noble!"

"What now? Colby knows it was us who kidnapped Sophie. We're both in this mess together." Odie propped his chin on his hand, adding, "But hey, at least your wish came true. Colby finally dislikes you, which is better than being indifferent."

"You..."

can't let Sophie stay with Colby... Please, remember the old times when you worked for my dad

expression turned icy at her

you would've never gone to Summerfield, nor become the Mintons' adopted son! You wouldn't have the power you have now! I'm my father's daughter;

scoffed. "Ms. Vanessa,

to Mr. Elwood. Without his support, I wouldn't be where I am in the Minton family. Of course, I should

causing Vanessa to feel a chill run down her

Colby, you'll need to be

do you want

the White family. Invite all the major corporations that have worked with

many people, what's the point?" Vanessa frowned.

to announce the engagement between the heiress of the White family and the

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