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.

her heart was falling into

feet, spreading through her entire body,

was over.

of them, couldn't

daughter, kneeling and begging her to stop, and at her three sons standing by Holden, waiting for the

daughter. She felt guilt toward

she was too embarrassed

up!" Clarissa called, telling her daughter to stop bowing. If

let anyone pressure you. Remember what I've told

was no turning back, but she couldn't face prison. She'd rather die than be locked up. She didn't want to endure the shame and insults from

benefits from many family

for her downfall. She didn't fear enemies. She'd even killed her sister, who raised her-why would she care about offending others? But after all the things she'd done, all

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