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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.

Just go on with your work,” she said with a faint smile. “I’m just here with some friends for

the others to her office

warmth and light. Through the windows, the skyline stretched far

down on the sofa, and Jolene personally

and Mindy were seated across from her, each holding

Jolene hadn’t set foot in this office for quite some time, everything inside was spotless and meticulously organized. Drinks like juice, coffee, and

“Ms. Jolene.”

once Jolene had finished her tasks and finally

with emotion as

I didn’t mishear just

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

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actually know much about the woman in front of her, or her

come today for

to defend, she would

nod, her tone calm

did. I’ve

to her feet,

“Thank you…”

voice cracked with emotion

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