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“Madam, this is the situation. Mrs. Barton expects the Thomas Group to craft a necklace for her. We believe it’s an unstated but crucial prerequisite for this partnership.”

“If I were in Nancy’s shoes, I’d be here regardless of my health condition. The Thomas Group has been nothing but generous toward her. She’s showing excessive pride. Despite the doctor’s assurances, she insists on feeling unwell. I suspect she’s feigning illness.”

The other one glanced at his watch and announced, “Madam, we must make our way inside.”

Once the two men departed, Millie reflected for a moment, and it dawned on her that Marcus was indeed in a pickle.

Millie proceeded straight to the forest and the frozen lake situated at the mountain’s base. It took her more than two hours to complete a full walk around.

chanced upon Mrs. Barton and her secretary, Simon, strolling in

appeared dignified and elegant, donning a hat that complemented the style of her cloak. Despite being over 50 years old, she radiated a remarkable and captivating aura. Time had left its mark on her face, but it only seemed

from afar, she couldn’t help but wonder if

mind drifted to the biography she had recently read about this remarkable female entrepreneur. The book depicted Mrs. Barton’s inspiring journey, fraught

who unfortunately subjected her to abuse. Despite these challenges, she persevered and managed to overcome them. However, when she turned twenty-two, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery for it. Tragically, following the

away at twenty-six, and at twenty-eight, her business partner betrayed her,

again when her son was shot on his way

Mrs. Barton had been left to

accused and

Barton’s unwavering spirit led her to establish a highly influential

to die multiple times, she steadfastly refused to

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