The Girlboss Begs for Remarriage by Chu

While Gene would have punished Cindy severely on any other occasion, he was in Frank's presence, and he owed Frank respect. As such, he asked, "What do you think we should do about this, Mr. Lawrence?"

"-"

Before Frank could speak, Helen's door opened, and Helen herself hurried outside, having heard the commotion in the hallway.

She almost blacked out from sheer frustration when she saw Cindy-how was she still there, causing her more trouble? Still, she must not allow herself to mess up in the presence of others, and she nodded at Frank. "Welcome back."

Then, turning toward Gene, she asked, "And who would this gentleman be?"

Gene smiled in turn. "A paid actor hired by Frank to play Gene Pearce, the richest man on the east coast."

The unusual introduction left Helen at a loss, but she was smart enough to connect the dots after another glance at Cindy. "Urgh, what a jinx..."

She was left rubbing her temples, but she soon masterfully flashed a smile, though a little awkwardly, greeting Gene, "Welcome, Mr. Pearce. So sorry our hospitality is lacking since we weren't expecting you...' Especially with Cindy causing a mess!

The thought left Helen shooting Frank an accusing glare for not calling beforehand to receive them, if only to stop Cindy from causing trouble.

as if he could not help

"Urgh..."

"I'm sorry, Mr. Pearce. Cindy is my cousin, and she's been at odds with me and Frank over some personal

then strode up, nudging Cindy and snapping under her breath, "Stay on your knees

sorry I've disrespected you, Mr. Pearce.

coward in the face of death, and

dare to argue now

I can let

"But...?"

Cindy could feel their hearts

a smile. "I remember Ms. Zonda here betting that if she's

then, though

she reluctantly kneeled in front of Frank as Helen shot her a furious glare.

in disappointment right

showed on Cindy's face, but she remained unapologetic, as if a completely different Cindy was apologizing to Gene. "I'm sorry, alright,

turned to Frank, asking

head in disdain-he did