The Wrong Woman

Carol no longer believed the portrayal of wealthy women on television.

Jasper took Imogen's hand, and they sat down on the couch together, feeling anxious. It was their parents' first meeting, and the hospital setting added to the tension. If things went wrong and their relationship soured, their future would look bleak.

Imogen was particularly anxious. Her palms were growing clammy. Jasper pulled out a tissue and gently wiped her palms before reassuringly saying, "There's no need to be nervous. My parents are easygoing."

Offering an awkward smile, Imogen teased him, whispering, "You seem more nervous than I am, don't you think?"

Jasper chuckled but offered no reply. Dealing with Gregory and Carol was sure to be a bit daunting.

Typically reserved around strangers, Nathan found it difficult to start a conversation at that moment. Meanwhile, Gregory and Carol felt apprehensive and cautious, worried that any misstep could upset the Morrisons and cause problems for Imogen.

Sensing the tension, Mila swiftly started a conversation. "Carol, I heard you lost your job?"

nodded,

offer any severance?"

relied mostly on freelance gigs. I never had a contract, so there's no severance pay." Mila turned to Nathan.

I'll make sure someone follows up on this. We'll address severance pay, penalties, and restructuring. Nothing will slip

Gregory looked bewildered, blinking in surprise. Suddenly, there was a knock on the door, and

Morrison, they're here," a commanding voice announced

here?" Carol whispered

instructed

harm Gregory, ruin your home, and cost

comforting pat. "Don't worry. With

demeanor. They radiated authority; their posture was straight and commanding. Next entered the wealthy tycoon Oakley, a familiar figure from television, accompanied by

his youth, he amassed wealth through controversial means. In later years, he focused on reshaping his public image and became