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    Caiden remained seated, stunned, staring at Katrina.


    “What kind of attitude is that? Joyce has changedpletely. What happened to the obedient, thoughtful daughter we once knew?”


    Katrina let out a deep sigh.


    The dynamics within the Harper family had once been peaceful, yet now, as Joyce was about to integrate into another family, her allegiances were evidently shifting.


    Joyce had harbored resentment toward her ever since she had spoken unfavorably about Alexander. Joyce had seemingly forgotten that she, her mother, was the very person who brought her into the world and would never intend harm.


    Overwhelmed by the ttery at dinner and her existing grievances, Joyce’s allegiance had firmly shifted toward the Bet family.


    “What should we do now?” Katrina inquired, a look of despair on her face.


    Caiden, lighting a cigarette, felt the burden of financial woes weighing heavily on him, reminiscent of the days before he met Brylee. After a pause, Katrina suggested, “Perhaps we should speak with Dani. She remains a member of the Harper family and as Joyce’s stepsister, it wouldn’t be proper for Joyce to marry without some support from her.


    Looking into Katrina’s eyes, Caiden retorted, “Dani? Do you think she’d ept such a simple exnation, given her astuteness?”


    Frustration colored Katrina’s eyes as she spoke.


    “What do you suggest then? Should we allow the dowry issue to push Joyce further away?”


    Katrina was aware that Harper Group had lost its value. Selling it would mean depleting their savings.


    Furthermore, if they transferred Harper Group to Joyce and Dani eventually exited, Joyce would undoubtedly find herself swamped with debts—an oue Katrina dreaded.


    Katrina always wanted what was best for her daughter, but Joyce was blind to this.


    Her affections hadpletely shifted to the Bet family, leaving Katrina feeling both exhausted and heartbroken.


    The situation seemed insurmountable.


    Caiden had not cultivated strong or reliable connections in his professional circle over the years. The prospect of him seeking financial assistance as Joyce’s wedding neared could lead to public disgrace. Rumors might spread, potentially causing the Bet family to reconsider the marriage.


    Upon reflection, Caiden understood that Dani was his only option.


    As they approached the vi, their car detoured to Elite Lux. En route, they stopped at a pastry shop where Caiden stepped out to purchase some snacks.


    Dani was engrossed in her work. The smart robot sector was thriving, and hertest models were so sought after that they could barely meet the demand. Despite the chaos, she remained focused, meticulously inspecting the production materials.


    Her office was a hive of activity. Design ns littered herrge desk, and the design team filled the room. Noticing Dani’s workload, Cedric had sent additional designers from Phillips Group to assist.


    When Caiden pushed the door open, all eyes in the room turned to him.


    He was taken aback. It was past 11 p.m., yet Dani and her team were still diligently working.


    The secretary, clearly overwhelmed, hurried over. Recently, it had bemon for people to enter without knocking, and now it was Dani’s father’s turn, which meant she couldn’t just turn him away.


    Dani dismissed her secretary with a brief look and addressed Caiden.


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