The Girlboss Begs For Remarriage

Derek knew very well why Arcus was here-Frank wanted his family business and would take control over it like how the Mystic Sky Guild took over BM Group.

However, Derek was not interested in becoming anyone's pawn. Not only would he get nothing out of it, but he might even get killed for nothing.

As such, he would rather content himself with making money. Who knew if that abundant wealth might get him somewhere eventually?

On the other hand, Arcus was unsure as to how he should react to that.

He was surprised that Derek responded so quickly and resolutely, when Arcus was just probing him.

It was not shocking now that even the likes of Sally York would not mess with him.

Still, Arcus asked, "I don't think a verbal promise is all that convincing, Mr. Costner. Don't you agree?"

After all, whale Derek was not a pathological liar despite not wearing his heart on his sleeve, Arcus would still prefer having some form of assurance!

shrugged at Arcus. "In that case, speaking further is unnecessary. Neither of us can trust each other because we can't read minds. But doesn't Mr. Frankton control a higher power? He could impose

here he thought his trip here to Shanton would inevitably

his family's legacy all

How amusing!

emotion that you have such resolve, Mr. Costner. Here, three cheers to your

worry-I'm buying. Take your

got up as well, but Derek

"I'm surprised that Mr. Costner is that agreeable.

the Costners!" Pat snapped coolly nonetheless. "Derek may be focused entirely on making money, but his family has many other members who

that too and got up. "Thanks for your help today, Commissioner

as Mystic Sky Guild sees reason like they do now, that's

but said

on his shoulders, and he would be

did not care about wealth either-such things were insignificant