Chapter 1259:

Donna let out a sigh of relief and looked at Alan gratefully. “Thank you—for everything. If it weren’t for you, Kevin might’ve taken Jerome and Jasper away today.”

Alan waved it off. “I meant what I said earlier. If he threatens anyone—your friends, your family—send them to apply at the Briggs Group.”

He wasn’t just being polite. He genuinely respected her. Raising two kids on her own wasn’t easy, and she’d done it with grace.

Donna hesitated, then nodded. “Alright. I will. Thanks again.”

Alan reached into his pocket and handed her a card. “Here. If he shows up again, or if things end up going to court, call me.”

Donna took the card. “Thank you,” she said, her voice barely above a whisper. She didn’t intend to bother him—not unless she had no other choice.

Alan checked the time and gave a small nod. “Alright, it’s getting late. If you need anything, reach out. We’ll head out now.”

stay for dinner?” Donna offered

still lurking downstairs. If I hang around too long, he’ll start spinning his own stories.” They were part of the same social circle, after all. He didn’t

and didn’t insist

were leaving, Nina turned and waved happily at Jerome, promising

at her, a little surprised to see her still smiling. “Didn’t you seem all upset about leaving Jerome earlier?”

we helped him,” Nina said brightly, her eyes sparkling. Just knowing


gave her hair a light ruffle. “Then you should stay in touch with him, you know. Otherwise, you might lose

would that happen?” Nina asked,

stories at

two might not get to see each other again.” He’d left his card and said what needed to be said, but deep down, he knew Donna probably wouldn’t call. She didn’t seem like

him every

glanced over. “You

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