Side Chick Era... Over

Chapter 986

Silas sneered inwardly. Empty boasts cost nothing.

But Victoria, Johanna, and Jamie all knew the truth-Thomas could make good on his

words.

Other families might not be able to raise that kind of money overnight, but the Ferrero family could. After all, they were the richest family in the world.

Victoria interjected, her voice calm yet edged with warning.

“Scott, Silas, we’re supposed to be discussing what happened between Jamie and Sharon.”

If that reckless wager truly went forward, her brothers would lose without question.

The thought brought a flicker of unease to Victoria’s eyes. She cast a discreet glance at Jamie, and he, in turn, looked back at her. Their silent exchange carried a wordless understanding.

Victoria had long wondered why Thomas remained at Sharon’s side. After all, Johanna had already fortified her position as the one he had been looking for all these years. Why, then, would Thomas still linger near Sharon?

No matter how she puzzled over it, she couldn’t believe Thomas had feelings for Sharon.

Sharon was divorced and a mother. Thomas, on the other hand, could have any woman he wanted. There was no way he would ever lower himself for someone like her.

There had to be another reason.

found it.

He was just using Sharon as his leverage. That, finally, made sense

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at the same conclusion. Her eyes brightened, the heaviness in her chest

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in

toward Kalen Group? A man with vision and drive was worthy of admiration. Far

feel the slightest guilt toward

Without him, those stubborn old directors would keep blocking Victoria’s path

power was nearly impossible.

the end, Victoria might

more Johanna thought about it, the more delighted she became

love and friendship in

happiness.

eager to force

such a wager was far too childish. It would invite

matter with Jamie and pressure

to offer her something

face serene, but ripples stirred

heart.

tell whether Thomas truly had evidence—or if he was simply