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While Jean was still lost in thought, Jolene had already made her way to her side without her noticing.

The woman gave Jean’s shoulder a pat, a soft smile curling at the corners of her lips.

“Come on. Let’s head to my law firm for a bit.”

Then she turned to Sofia and Mindy nearby.

“You’re her friends, right? Come with us!”

Just like that, the group followed Jolene to a law office not far from the street where they’d been.

Compared to the other law firms in the area, this one stood out with its luxurious design. It looked more high–end and spacious in every way.

As soon as Jolene stepped through the door, the employees inside all froze in place. Then, one by one, their eyes widened in shock.

Like they’d seen a ghost.

Their long–absent boss had suddenly appeared before them, catching everyone completely off guard.

“Jolene…” One of the employees stood up from his seat, fidgeting nervously as he tried to approach her.

Jolene waved a hand.

on with your work,” she said with a faint smile. “I’m

she led Jean and the others to her office

lined with enormous floor–to–ceiling windows. Sunlight poured in through the glass, flooding the space with warmth and light. Through the windows, the skyline stretched far into the distance, full of towering buildings

on the sofa, and Jolene personally poured her a glass

and Mindy were seated across from her, each holding a

inside was spotless

“Ms. Jolene.”

had finished her tasks

trembled with emotion as

didn’t mishear

It all felt too unreal–like something out of a fairy tale. But this was about

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Thank

woman in front of her,

had come today for one reason

her to defend,

nod, her tone calm

did. I’ve already

her feet,

“Thank you…”

overwhelmed. Her voice cracked with emotion as the

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