Josie glanced down at herself. “It’s nothing. Just a kid causing trouble. I have to discipline him a bit.”

Juliette looked at Zach and the others, roughly understanding the situation. She sternly commanded the staff, “What are you standing around for? Call the police now!”

Just as Josie was about to speak, a voice suddenly echoed from behind. “Apologies. Allow me to handle this matter.”

She paused, turning around to find herself unexpectedly facing Laura. She was dressed in a practical manner, appearing travel-worn.

Upon seeing her, Josie immediately understood why Zach had such a peculiar expression on his face. She paused for a moment. “Hey, Laura.”

Laura nodded at her, then turned to Juliette and explained, “It’s a family matter of the Olsen family. I apologize for any inconvenience, Ms. Witherspoon. Rest assured, I will handle this matter appropriately.”

“Household affairs?” Juliette asked, casting a puzzled yet somewhat understanding glance at Josie.

“Yes. I rushed over today specifically to apologize to you for the delay in our collaboration. This is a carefully chosen gift as a token of my apology. Please accept it.” Laura came prepared, carrying a gift in her hand, which she respectfully presented with both hands.

Josie understood the situation. She made a special trip to come here today.

“That matter is already in the past,” she said. “I’ve signed the contract.

carried an eerie undertone, her gaze lingering on Josie and Laura for a few moments. The former quietly explained, “Mark asked me to deliver the contract. It’s all taken care

emotions played across Laura’s face, momentarily beyond

then

in his pockets, stepped forward, his tone brusque. “When did you get

attempting to grasp Zach’s arm.

Laura retorted, “Since when do I have to report to you

around and pressed

grip, Zach seized her arm, his teeth gritted in anger. “Don’t you dare act

no longer afraid of him at all. She glanced at the mess on

“Are you threatening me?”

always know your place. It

usual sharp tongue. Josie, listening from the side, couldn’t help but feel that her words carried

Laura took Josie’s hand directly and stepped in,

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