StarNovelAs he brushed past a well-dressed man wearing gold-rimmed glasses, a shared understanding passed between
them.
“Mr. Bryant, Mr. Todd has arrived,” Carl informed.
“Let him in.”
Upon hearing that, Jimmie advanced, pushed open the door, sauntered up to the desk, poured himself a drink
from the bottle on the table, sipped the wine from the glass, and flashed a teasing smile.
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“Heroes do have a penchant for lovely damsels, don’t they? Marco,
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Loraine just lobbed a few curious questions your way. But, look at you... you're already all flustered.”
Marco shot a sideways glance and snorted, “Shut up. Weren't you tied up with your law practice? What brought
you here today?”
Jimmie’s smile froze in place as he instinctively adjusted his glasses.
Speaking in a hushed tone, he revealed, “Marco, | received news today that Keely was actually released on bail
stago.”
Marco's expression shifted to a darker hue.
“And... She managed to navigate the necessary procedures for her return hwith the help of certain
connections. What's your take, Marco?”
Marco's Lips pressed into a firm line. After an eternity, he let out a sigh, frostily declaring, “Her retribution isn’t
over yet.”
Jimmie hadn't anticipated that Marco's fury towards Keely was still simmering. He exhaled in resignation.
“But Marco, don’t forget one thing. Two months later, it will be
Jorge's death anniversary. And...” Studying his friend’s grim countenance, Jimmie paused for a moment before
continuing, “Keely is engaged to Jorge, after all. She'll have to return to pay her respects.”
Upon hearing Jimmie’s words, Marco fell silent, his tall figure seemingly merging with the frigid atmosphere of
the office.
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Jorge... The nleft him with no room for objection.
Unconsciously, his fingers brushed over his phone, and the screen sprang to life. It was an emoticon from
Loraine, sporting a sulky expression.
Instantly, Marco's eyes twinkled with amusement.
Meanwhile, in Loraine’s office at the Universe Group.
Only after hitting send did she register the content of her message.
Loraine pondered whether or not to proceed with the withdrawal.
However, once she finally resolved to do so, she realized that the withdrawal window had already closed.
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