Flossie remained his sole bargaining chip against Edmund.

Edmund tapped his fingers on the armrest, his gaze dropping.

Finally, he said, “Matthew’s clinging to life in ICU, but not for long.

The implication hung heavy: regardless of Benny’s honesty, Edmund would claim his share.

Benny’s expression darkened.

Then Edmund inquired, “How’s Flossie coping?”

Benny replied calmly, “She fell ill after the wedding and didn’t want company.

I had to hire a maid to take care of her in order to persuade her to eat.

Edmund, unsuspecting, advised, “Given recent events, her reaction is understandable.

Keep close and inform me of any issues.

that, Edmund excused himself, taking a call

again, Benny rushed

the maid hastened to

has secluded herself in

times,

maid’s concern for Flossie was palpable, tinged with fear of

Benny grabbed some of Flossie’s favorite

the table, he found Flossie lying on

of her wakefulness, Benny said calmly, “Even if you’re upset,

We can talk later.

Flossie remained motionless.

of

“Please, don’t be mad.

know I messed

I’ll make

reclaiming

but

saved me,

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