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Chapter 1009

Vera’s face darkened as she said, “Joe has been avoiding me these past few days, and today he even

checked out and left.

“I’m not sure if he’s gone back to Jipsburg or just moved to another hotel, but I do know now that your promise that he would eventually see Skylar’s true colors and come to love me is a joke.”

Molly reassured her with patience. “Trust me, if Joe hasn’t seen you these past few days, there must be a reason for it. It’s possible Skylar is causing trouble or they had plans all along. Besides, it’s only been a few days abroad. Once you’re back in Jipsburg, things will work out as you wish.”

“Fine, I’ll give you one more chance. But if Joe hasn’t developed feelings for me by next month, my family won’t let you off easily,” Vera warned.

“Of course,” Molly said.

for any apologies or excuses. She wondered if they thought coming to see her would make a difference after

I’m already nearing the end of my life, and my words don’t hold much weight anymore. Joe had

too far.”

he had maintained a respectful demeanor toward

her with deference.

that he wasn’t receiving any respect in return. Now, facing

a deep breath before continuing, “With everything that’s happened recently, it’s not something that can be explained in just a few words. It’s impossible to say that Joe is entirely blameless. He’s

now he’s been ruthless toward us. Isn’t that unreasonable? You’re the only person he respects. He listens to no one else. So,

him.”

help but kept their airs

downplayed their own mistakes, shifting the blame onto Joe and Gloria, which seemed more absurd and dramatic than any soap

hardened as she sipped her lemon tea to calm her rising anger. “No one can persuade him at this point. Coming to me is futile. It seems you’re not

of Joe facing such hostile family members after she left filled her with

have a serious discussion. After all, we share the same last name and are

thing. But when it becomes a public

“Did she really think Claudio couldn’t

to reduce some trouble. Starting something was

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