From the moment he suggested that Quincy marry into the Lopez family, her father agreed instantly, almost too eagerly willing to send his daughter away. That... was not something a loving father would do.

"What about his son, though?" Jonathan waved dismissively, "Just the one precious son, he's set to inherit everything, for sure! But the kid's no good, mark my words, their family fortune will crumble in his hands." Jonathan had met Simeon a few times before, the very picture of a spoiled rich kid, all about partying and pleasure, with none of the substance. Compared to his own son, Simeon was leagues behind.

"Why bring this up all of a sudden? Did something happen with Quincy's family again?" Everett didn't respond, just took a deep breath. It seemed the reports from those sent to rescue Quincy weren't exaggerating- Simeon truly intended harm towards his sister and showed no concern for her welfare.

the time, it even crossed Everett's mind that Quincy might be putting on

at the office, Dorothy forwarded the

had surfaced during her absence to avoid future pitfalls. "Ms. Sanchez, you really throw yourself into your work!" Austin emerged from his office to find Dorothy grilling the employee, unable to hide

shielded by men of influence, often carried themselves with an air of arrogance.

the fourth BUMS project team a backdoor deat are you?" With the issue brought into the open, Austin quickly backed down. "Of course not just a joke! Our team's performance has been solid this year; we deserve the bonus. If we nail this project, maybe even more so. That's all I meant!" "As long as everyone works hard and focuses on the project, the bonus will

to be careful with every word. Dorothy wasn't trying to be difficult; she just disliked

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