The Mason Corporation specialized in construction materials, ensuring high quality. But with their financial struggles, they desperately needed funding and the security of working under York Corporation's umbrella.

That made them the cheapest and most reliable option.

And really-who could say no to cheap and reliable?

Not even Nash.

He didn't hesitate. "Alright, let's sign the contract. I brought my assistant."

His assistant, sharp as ever, immediately stepped forward with the documents.

A few moments later, Vera held the freshly signed contract in her hands. Suddenly, the food tasted even better.

As they left, Nash pulled Caleb aside for a brief conversation.

Vera was curious.

But not enough to eavesdrop.

When Caleb returned, his expression was a bit complicated, but it didn't seem to concern her. "Let's go," he said. "I'll drive you home."

She originally planned to take a cab, but since he insisted, she didn't argue.

By the time they arrived, it was late.

The house still carried the emptiness of assets being seized, but at least she still had this home-and that, too, was thanks to Caleb's help.

She hadn't expected Aunt Tina to still be awake.

sick. She had been waiting at the door the

she hurried over, throwing a jacket

Don't you know how chilly it gets at night? You should've dressed

guilty. "I'm sorry, Aunt Tina. I'll be more

inside.

suddenly noticed the man standing beside

wasn't

squinted, taking a long look at Caleb. Then she looked

that, her face lit up

Smith!" she said, practically

Then, without warning-

don't you just

choked

Tina didn't give them a chance to react before continuing,

Besides, you and Vera are practically engaged.

started turning back toward the house, already talking about preparing a

entire face turned

shot Caleb a glance and saw that the tips of his ears had turned red too. Flustered,

problem?" Aunt Tina waved her off with a knowing look. "Oh, I see, I see. You

opened her mouth, ready to

Caleb suddenly spoke

it. She has a point," he said, tone neutral.

be so formal.

Caleb was officially staying

that night, as they were settling in,

"I haven't

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