The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage

While Gene would have punished Cindy severely on any other occasion, he was in Frank's presence, and he owed Frank respect. As such, he asked, "What do you think we should do about this, Mr. Lawrence?"

"-"

Before Frank could speak, Helen's door opened, and Helen herself hurried outside, having heard the commotion in the hallway.

She almost blacked out from sheer frustration when she saw Cindy-how was she still there, causing her more trouble? Still, she must not allow herself to mess up in the presence of others, and she nodded at Frank. "Welcome back."

Then, turning toward Gene, she asked, "And who would this gentleman be?"

Gene smiled in turn. "A paid actor hired by Frank to play Gene Pearce, the richest man on the east coast."

The unusual introduction left Helen at a loss, but she was smart enough to connect the dots after another glance at Cindy. "Urgh, what a jinx..."

She was left rubbing her temples, but she soon masterfully flashed a smile, though a little awkwardly, greeting Gene, "Welcome, Mr. Pearce. So sorry our hospitality is lacking since we weren't expecting you...' Especially with Cindy causing a mess!

not calling beforehand to receive them, if only to stop Cindy

simply shrugged as if he

"Urgh..."

and giving Gene an earnest look. "I'm sorry, Mr. Pearce. Cindy is my cousin, and she's been at odds with me and Frank over some

Cindy and snapping under her breath, "Stay on your

I've disrespected you, Mr. Pearce. I won't ever

always a coward in the face of death, and this

not dare to argue now and was kowtowing repeatedly at

I can let this slide since you're Ms. Lane's cousin,

"But...?"

Helen and Cindy could feel