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!

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

amusement-and here he thought his trip here to Shanton

turned out, Derek did not value his family's

How amusing!

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

worry-I'm buying. Take your

he got up to leave, Arcus and Pat got

Mr. Costner is that

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

your help today,

Pat replied, nodding. "As long as Mystic Sky Guild sees reason like

but said

had a heavy burden on his shoulders,

either-such things were insignificant