Chapter 43

“Abby, please understand it’s impossible between us.” Richard looked cold. “I think it’s best if we cut contact if you insist on behaving this way.”

When they arrived at the Flores residence, he told her to get out and left without another word.

A hatred burned within Abby as she watched him speed away. ‘It must be because of that b*tch! Otherwise, Rick wouldn’t be so cold toward me. You will pay for this, Pearl!”

It was one o’clock in the morning when Richard got home. Pearl coincidentally came downstairs for water. When she saw him rush into the house looking exhausted, she teased, “You’re finally home, Richard?”

Richard asked in answer, “Why are you still up?”

just came to get

you think I was waiting for you

I want you to come with me to sign the contract tomorrow.” He went to his bedroom without

was usually punctual. Lawson Enterprises, their new business partner, specialized in jewelry, and they were only inferior to Cerubleu. Chet

good. Did you draft this, Miss Pearl?” Chet smiled suggestively

I did. Please tell me if there’s anything you’re dissatisfied

his hand on Pearl’s. “You seem really friendly, Miss Pearl. How about we have

Pearl’s. He then quietly pulled Pearl into his arms. “You can discuss the project with me, Mister Chet. I understand Pearl’s thoughts as she’s

Pearl’s eyes go wide with shock.

she did not want the old

“I didn’t know you

answered, “We will be sooner or

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