No matter how capable Mr. Dunn was, he was still just a man-and an old one at that. He was almost eighty, a few years older than her, and still working for her. But no matter how strong he was, he couldn't compete with younger He wasn't invincible.

people like Zachary.

Just like Mr. Jimenez-he had been powerful too, but the assassins she sent nearly killed him. Even though he survived, he was seriously injured and had suffered from pain and illness for decades. If it weren't for a miracle doctor, Mr. Jimenez wouldn't be alive today.

Clarissa didn't want to believe things were hopeless. She tried calling Mr. Dunn again.

The call connected, but he didn't answer.

The phone rang for a long time, but there was still no answer.

She called again. Still nothing.

heart was falling into a bottomless

from her feet, spreading through her entire body,

was over.

hadn't managed to kill any of them, couldn't escape, and even her assistant was

and at her three sons standing by

felt guilt

a mother, she was too embarrassed

telling her daughter to stop bowing. If Kathryn

what I've told you. "Pedro, I hope you'll remember what I asked of you and what you promised me. Kathryn, I'm leaving her to you. Take care of

back, but she couldn't face prison. She'd rather die than be locked up. She didn't want to endure the shame

of the family, she pushed out anyone who opposed her, took away benefits from many family members, and gathered all the power into her

she care about offending

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