Young Master Du avoided Adalee like the plague. The moment he saw her, he'd turn and run the other way. Sometimes, just hearing her voice was enough to make him bolt, desperate to hide before she could rope him into working at the Du Group like a slave. He had no interest in the family business. With so many brothers around, why did she always target him?

Mrs. Du sighed and relented. "Fine, I won't say anything more. You young people should handle your own lives. It's not my place to interfere. Just don't forget to pick Spencer up at the airport on Saturday. I've already told him you'll be there." She added with a pointed reminder, "And don't show up empty-handed. Buy a bouquet of flowers. It's been a long time since you've seen each other, and it's a special reunion. Flowers are a thoughtful gesture."

Abby shook her head. "Mom, I'll pick up Brother Spencer, but I'm not bringing flowers. Who sends flowers just because they haven't seen someone in a while?"

Refusing to be drawn into further discussion, Abby quickly wrapped up the conversation.

"Mom, that's it. I'll take care of it."

Before Mrs. Du could respond, Abby hung up.

ending the call, Abby sent Spencer a message, asking when his

took a while to reply but eventually

a

airport. The drive was long-nearly two

called Victoria to check in and see how things were

replied with a nonchalant,

message instead, asking directly,

between us, it's our business. I know Spencer's returning to focus on his career, and his parents want to pair him with you. So don't worry about me. In the future, take care of him-or better yet,

sensed there was more to the story but chose not to press.

as more than a brother. The one

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