Flossie was concerned that lingering in the office might arouse suspicion with the bodyguard outside, so she hurried to finish speaking as quickly as possible.

“I hope you can initially act as if unaware and cease all assistance to Benny.

Edmund remained silent for a while, indicating hesitation.

Flossie understood the nature of business.

While she was unsure of the exact benefits of Edmund and Benny’s deal, she assumed it was a considerable sum.

The only leverage Flossie had to convince Edmund was their family ties.

“Benny arranged for an abortion procedure.

When I discovered it, we had a heated argument at the hospital’s entrance.

During the altercation, an accident occurred, resulting in the loss of the baby.

Flossie’s heart twisted in pain.

Taking a moment to gather herself, she revealed, “Following Stella’s wedding, Benny confined me to my home and even dispatched a bodyguard to keep tabs on me.

his audacity to take a kickback behind your back, it’s likely he aims to exploit

eyes welled up with tears the

she felt compelled to voice

and trying to convince him to move on from the past, he remained

no longer felt compelled to be merciful toward

Edmund

I’ll terminate my partnership with

arrange for someone to fetch

but no,”

have other matters

abruptly might

made use of

Edmund, with Benny’s cautious and suspicious

afford to endanger

“No need to fret.

ensure my safety, and he won’t lay a hand on me,”

‘s BunnyBookery

Flossie fell into a thoughtful

grappling with someone she

linger

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