Until the very second the West Legal Services’ seal was pressed onto the document, Dorothy's heart was in her throat.

But the process went incredibly smoothly, and the other party didn't hesitate for even a moment before signing.

"Do you... not want to consider it a bit more?" "There's no need for that." The manager looked at Dorothy, a smile playing on his lips, "Ms. Sanchez, do you doubt our capabilities here at West Legal Services?" Dorothy quickly waved her hands and said, "No, it's just that I'm a bit surprised.” "We lawyers shouldn't be too picky about the cases we take on, or else we betray the very reason we took up the mantle! Rest assured, Ms. Sanchez, we'll give it our all.” "Then I'm counting on you, Lawyer Ephraim." "My pleasure!" Ephraim stood up personally to see Dorothy out, watching her leave the law firm before returning to his office.

No sooner had he sat down than he dialed a number, his voice now obsequious and fawning, a stark contrast to his composed demeanor with Dorothy.

"Mr. Lopez, everything's been done as you instructed.” "Good." Karen had no idea where Jeffrey had taken her, but it must still be in Eldorria City given the temperature felt the same.

He owned so many properties, so she couldn't tell which one it was.

her slumber, her instinct

It wasn't there.

herself up, vaguely aware of footsteps outside the

find Jeffrey standing in the villa's dining area, an austere look on his face, instructing someone who looked like a housekeeper, who nodded occasionally

catching Karen in the comer of his eye, strode towards

he bent down and scooped her up without

we?" "In our new home." Jeffrey declared as he carried her back to the bedroom, gently placing her on the bed, "Just wait here, I'll have the nutritionist bring up breakfast. Be good."

you?" Jeffrey said with a helpless yet indulgent smile, "I just think you're not in the right state of mind

want to go home!" "This is your home." Jeffrey lifted her chin, forcing her to meet his gaze. "Here, with me, with our child, this is home!" "You're sick. I don't want to talk to you." Karen pushed him away, intending to

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