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    “If the timing had been different,” he continued, “you’d know exactly what Cedric was going to say.”


    Dani let out a smallugh, though her face showed a sh of irritation. The Harper family had already stirred enough trouble, and she wasn’t in the mood to deal with Alexander now.


    She stopped in the hallway, standing tall in her sleek high heels, and locked eyes with Alexander. Her voice was t as she asked, “So what? Mr. Bet, why does it concern you?”


    Alexander’s face turned serious.


    “It’s none of my business. But I’ll tell you this—Cedric has big ns. He has a reason foring after you.”


    Dani couldn’t hold back anotherugh at his words. Her voice dripped with sarcasm.


    “Oh really? Cedric has an agenda? And what about you? What’s your n? What makes you think you’re in a position to give me advice? What part are you ying in this? Are you saying you don’t have a n?”


    Without looking at him again, Dani spun around and walked off.


    Alexander stood still, his eyes cold and full of dark intent. Fine, he thought bitterly. If she couldn’t see his good intentions, then she’d face the consequences when the time came.


    When Dani stepped back into the private room, her eyes immediately found Cedric. One nce told her he had regained his usual calm demeanor. She smiled as she approached him.


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    “Ready to go? If you are, let’s head back.”


    Cedric nodded in response.


    He drove Dani home in his car, pulling up in front of her building. She thanked him before getting out of the car.


    Just as she was about to walk away, Cedric called out to her.


    Dani sighed quietly to herself before turning around slowly. By the time she did, Cedric had already gotten out of the car. He was standing beside it, his expression more serious than usual.


    “Dani, you’re smart.


    You must have some idea of what I want to say. I know now isn’t the right moment or the right situation to say it. So for now, just think of me as an old ssmate, a friend, or whateverbel works for you.”


    He took a deep breath, his eyes steady and sincere.


    “I just want you to know, if you ever need help—anything at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.”


    After a brief pause, he continued, “And one more thing.


    You’re a good person, Dani. The problem isn’t you—it’s them. Don’t be upset because of someone who doesn’t deserve you.”


    A cold breeze swept through the street, carrying a hint of chill. Dani stood motionless, her long hair flowing gently in the breeze. A faint smile graced her lips—subtle, yet captivating in its charm.


    It wasn’t often that Cedric—the everposed and calcting man, renowned for his sharp strategies and icy demeanor—opened up like this.


    Yet here he was, speaking so openly, his words carrying genuine emotion.


    “Thank you,” Dani said, her voice warm with sincerity.


    “You really don’t need to thank me,” Cedric replied almost instantly, his gaze resting on her with a hint of uncertainty. There were so many things he wanted to say, so much he wanted to do for her, but he held back, fearing he might push too far and scare her off. Finally, he just said, “If your housekeeper decides to leave, don’t worry about it. I know an excellent housekeeper who’s currently looking for work. I could introduce her to you tomorrow if that works for you.”


    Before Dani could say anything, Cedric quickly added, “She’s already searching for a job, so honestly, you’d be doing her a favor.”


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