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 over her shoulders while fussing,

know how chilly it gets at night? You should've dressed

sorry, Aunt Tina. I'll be more

get inside.

suddenly noticed the

eyesight wasn't

look at Caleb. Then she looked at Vera.

her face lit up

it's Dr. Smith!" she said, practically

Then, without warning-

you just

choked

them a chance to react before continuing, "It's such a hassle coming and

practically engaged.

house, already talking about preparing a guest

entire face

ears had

knowing look. "Oh, I see, I see. You young people and your shyness. Don't worry, I'm

mouth,

Caleb suddenly

a point," he said, tone

"Good, good! No need to be so formal. I'll go get the guest

just like that, Caleb was

that night, as they were settling in,

haven't

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