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The receptionist’s expression transformed into one of shock, struggling to contain her eye roll but evidently at a loss for words.

Genevieve, with an air of composure, raised her eyebrows, glanced cursorily at Lauraine, and exhaled a soft nigh. “Lauraine, If your heart yearns for him, follow it. There’s no one here to hinder you.”

Genevieve’s Implication was clear – Lauraine’s efforts to stir trouble were futile here, especially since it wasn’t Genevieve who was chasing after

Louls.

There were bodyguards outside the elevator, so Lauraine couldn’t get

Frustrated, Lauraine stamped her feet in dismay, helplessly watching Genevieve disappear into the elevator.

Feeling distraught, Lauraine dialed Anthony, her voice breaking into sobs. “Tony, is there something between Louls and Gen? What should I do now? Can you ensure Gen stays away from him?”

Anthony, always doting on his frail sister, was taken aback when he discovered her fondness for Louls.

He mused. “But perhaps, if Louis were with Lauraine, Genevieve might back off?

Anthony then consoled Lauraine with caution, “They’re just ordinary friends, Confronting Genevieve won’t help. Louis is the one showing interest In her. The issue lies with him.”

Lauraine declared, ‘I’ll confront him then!”

Before Anthony could respond, Lauraine abruptly ended the call.

Meanwhile, Genevieve handed Jasper Louis‘ business card, instructing him to personally deliver it to Hoffman Group.

While she couldn’t dictate the Hoffman family’s choices, she felt obligated to advise what was best for Frank and Margaret.

Anthony realized that Genevieve would remain neutral in their decision making.

As Jasper departed, Genevieve’s thoughts drifted to the conversation she heard in the coffee shop.

Puzzled, she felt overwhelmed by the complexity of the situation, unable to find a starting point.

‘A car accident… Genevieve pondered, sensing something amiss but unable to pinpoint it.

The following day, Selene’s call came through.

“Gen, Alden’s sugar baby is desperately trying to contact me, wanting a meeting. What do you reckon her motives are? Selene questioned.

engaged in yoga, replied while stretching, “She’s either flaunting her influence or revealing her vulnerabilities. What else could it be?”

nothing between Aiden and L. If she’s so insecure,

thought struck her. “Best keep your distance. She’s more complicated

“I’m no fool. Who does she think she is? Why would I hastily agree to meet her? I just find

act these days.”

her disdain for Aiden and

of the Campbell family’s troubles. They’re barely managing to keep themselves afloat, don’t entangle

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had been having a rough

Alden in the hospital, Genevieve soon learned of their

knowing his closer bond with

be a deadlock of mutual interests?

up and headed to her office.

that lady over there claims to be an acquaintance of yours.

the woman to be none other than Cecilla

thought, she declared, “No, I don’t know her. I’m not

her.”

the receptionist replied.

for the visit seemed linked to the secret Genevieve overheard

days later, Genevieve fo

visiting Margaret, fortunate to catch her

visit but cautioned against disturbing or stimulating Margaret.

anticipation. Her eyes brimming with tears, she felt a suffocating weight at the memory of the accident, where

Genevieve

Genevieve.

gesture had exhausted

as if to comfort the latter, before her expression relaxed and her eyes dimmed. Margaret shut her eyes slowly, slipping back

discomfort, hung her head low, her shoulders giving a slight, involuntary tremble. Emotions welled up inside her, bringing

she felt a large hand on her shoulder, its touch light as a feather yet enveloping her in a

to face

ethereal, as if he were encased in a halo of light that shimmered around him like a dusting of fine diamonds, bestowing

into the memory of an

eyes, a subtle redness lingered, the remnants of unshed tears, revealing a seldom–seen fragility

of strength or weakness, Genevieve’s beauty and temperament shone remarkably.

slowly y retracted his hand, his deep and intense gaze resting upon her as he spoke in a calm, low tone. “Don’t cry. I’ve made arrangements

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