Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

Pearl couldn't help but worry when Esther headed to see James.

Upon Pearl's strong insistence, Esther brought her along to James's law firm, which happened to be close to Esther's place. Esther noticed the spacious office with only a few people working, which puzzled her. "Why are there so few people here?" "Probably because there isn't work every day." Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ FindNøvᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Right after Pearl dropped her sarcastic comment, James showed up with a friendly smile. "Hey, what brings both of you here?"

"I'm here to keep Esther company, making sure she doesn't get caught by the big bad wolf," Pearl said protectively.

The comparison was clever, making James chuckle. "Okay, come on in."

He led Pearl and Esther to the couch and went straight to the point, "Alright, tell me in detail what's going on."

as she recalled recent issues in her family's business. "It was just a few days ago when my brother finally told me the truth. Our business hit a

sighed and continued, "He said Lawson Enterprises played dirty, framing our company and pushing us into a contract breach. Now we have to pay a hefty penalty and deal with a

smiling and saying nothing. Tell me what I should do," Esther urged, her patience running

worked up won't solve anything,"

on her waist and pointed at James. "I don't have all day. If you

need to get

anger, which flared up a moment ago, vanished

I mentioned on the phone, I'll help you." James grabbed a teacup and handed it to her with a warm smile. "Have some tea to relax.

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