Mrs. Du gently knocked on Abby's door, but there was no response.

"Abby probably went to bed early. Stop knocking-look at the time," Mr. Du said, lowering his voice as a reminder. "It's late, and she's likely already asleep. Don't wake her."

Hearing this, Mrs. Du paused and sighed. "I just haven't seen her these past couple of days. I wanted to talk to her, but if she's asleep, I'll have to wait until her next day off." The Du family mansion was large and spacious, but the younger generation was always busy with work. They were often out early in the morning and returned late at night. Even during the New Year holiday, true relaxation was a luxury. Social obligations and client meetings dominated their schedules.

Though the Du Group was one of Huyoniville's largest corporations, they faced fierce competition. Their clients were powerful, and their rivals were always lurking, ready to poach opportunities.

Maintaining strong relationships with clients was a necessity-part of the unspoken rules of business. Those who understood the industry understood this reality all too well.

"If you miss her so much, just stop by the company and see her," Mr. Du suggested as they walked to their bedroom.

end up staying late to catch up on work. I don't want

expression softened. "I just wanted to talk to her about Spencer's return. She agreed to pick him up at the airport tomorrow. We've watched Spencer grow up-he's capable, kind, and has a good head on his shoulders. Honestly, he's not much different from that kid from the York family." Mr. Du chuckled lightly as he opened their bedroom door and flipped on the lights. "The Yorks are well-off, and Evan's no slouch. He's talented, but he's in love with Fox, Abby's alter ego. There's something about that whole

a little nudge help things along

they were ever going to fall in love, it would've happened by now. Evan wouldn't even be in the picture." She was right. The Du and Chouinard families had been close for years. Abby and Spencer had grown up together, yet their relationship

you're right. They've known each other for so long. If there was any romantic spark

Evan handles things," Mr. Du said reassuringly. "Our daughter isn't going to make it easy for

nodded in agreement. "Of course. Let's see how

come home hoping

in Huyoniville made it easy for her to know everything Evan was

the shower. He froze when he saw her- Fox, the woman he couldn't

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