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.

had been worried sick. She had been waiting at the door

Vera, she hurried over, throwing a jacket over her

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

"I'm sorry, Aunt Tina. I'll

get inside. I'll head home

then-Aunt Tina suddenly noticed the

wasn't

Then she looked at Vera. Then

her face lit up with a knowing

it's Dr. Smith!"

Then, without warning-

you just stay

choked on

Tina didn't give them a chance to react before continuing, "It's such

are practically engaged. There's

toward the house, already talking

entire face

Caleb a glance and saw that the tips of his ears had turned red too. Flustered, she grabbed Aunt Tina's arm.

I see. You young people and your shyness. Don't worry, I'm not

opened her mouth,

suddenly spoke

has a point," he said, tone

to be so formal. I'll go

just like that, Caleb

were

"I haven't

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