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    Unbeknownst to Cedric, the pearl held a tumultuous history. Dani’s revtion of its story left him profoundly shaken.


    Earlier, when they were downstairs, he had only noticed her distress; he hadn’t grasped the depth of her turmoil until now.


    His heart heavy with empathy, Cedric enveloped her in aforting embrace and murmured, “It seems that fate has returned the pearl to you. I’ve taken care of the payment, Dani. Consider it a blessing from your mother, delivered through my hands. Please, let go of your sorrow. Remember, I’m here for you, and in spirit, so is she.”


    That night, Dani retreated to her room, her spirit dampened by the day’s emotions.


    Cedric joined her, synchronizing his nightly routine with hers in a tender gesture of solidarity.


    It was only after Dani drifted into sleep that he opened his eyes in the quiet darkness.


    A fierce resolve ignited within him, casting a stark contrast to the gentleness he had just disyed. Alexander had spent more than a month working on a major business deal.


    Just as he was poised to finalize the agreement, Phillips Group unexpectedly swooped in and clinched a five-year deal with his prospective partner.


    Stunned by this sudden turn of events, Alexander discreetly passed some money to a contact at the otherpany, seeking rity.


    “Did you offend Cedric? We’re far from a big yer; it’s unusual Cedric would notice us. There’s no way it’s solely because of our work. So, what’s the real reason behind his sudden interest? Could it be an act of retribution against you?”


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    Alexander was at his wits’ end.


    For ages, Cedric had never once made a move against him. Such behavior seemed beneath Cedric, as though he considered it beneath him to sully his hands.


    Thus, Alexander had been living in a bubble of security.


    Why then was Cedric now showing his displeasure?


    As Alexander grappled with his confusion, a distressing development urred. Phillips Group had poached several of their long-standing clients overnight.


    Those who resisted signing with Phillips Group found themselves swallowed up through hostile takeovers. The remaining clients of Bet Group were now quaking in their boots.


    Over the phone, Alexander’s secretary asked, “What’s our n?”


    Alexander was at a loss for words. Later, a tip from an ally revealed they had paid a handsome sum to bribe a manager at Phillips Group for insights. The aggressive strategy, it turned out, was all because Joyce had crossed Cedric. The manager also sneered that Alexander was cursed by bad luck to have married such a disaster like Joyce.


    Fury zed within Alexander.


    Realizing that staying abroad would do no good, he booked the next flight home.


    Upon arriving, he tore off his tie in frustration and flung his briefcase onto the sofa.


    Just as he was about to summon Joyce, Richard burst in, seething.


    “Joyce’s kept a boy toy!”


    Alexander’s world stopped. He stared icily at Richard, disbelief etching his features. He squeezed his eyes shut, struggling to cage his wrath.


    “How long has this been going on?”


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