In the end, Zach stormed off in frustration. He dared not leave the Olsen Residence entirely, retreating instead to the solace of his own room.

Mark’s initial displeasure softened into a compassionate smile as he addressed Josie. “He hasn’t matured over the years. Pay him no mind. The Olsen family’s affairs will never be entrusted to someone like him.”

His words were candid, sparing no dignity for Zach. Worried that Josie might overthink, Mark deliberately provided reassurance with his explanation.

Josie raised an eyebrow, her gaze shifting to Claudia, who stood beside her. Despite their similar auras as mother and daughter, Claudia appeared slightly more unsettled in that moment.

“As an outsider, how you choose to distribute the assets of the Olsen family isn’t my concern,” Josie remarked straightforwardly, setting her empty coffee cup down.

“Why do you say it’s not your concern?” Mark’s tone betrayed his unease. “You are part of the Olsen family. Regardless of your refusal to acknowledge it, our blood ties are undeniable. It’s my responsibility to ensure you understand this.”

He genuinely treated her as one of the family. Josie felt uneasy upon witnessing his attitude. If this were two years ago, I probably wouldn’t have wasted so much time.

may need to stay here a few more days. As your guest, I understand the

words carried a

Claudia interjected with a gentle cough. “All right. You’re sweaty and…

a glance from his wife prompted him to rise and leave the

the food, she announced, “Your meal is

stop her. “The chef’s cooking is not

gentle tone masked an underlying sense of authority, and

probably wouldn’t have even considered coming back to Wavery,” Claudia said, sitting opposite Josie, her words

together, her expression guarded. “Since you already knew, why

these past two years, you went abroad in search of freedom, and no one could

shook her head in disagreement. “If I cared about those things, I

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