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    “You’ve always been there for Joyce, far more than Caiden ever was for me. It’s only fair that Joyce supports you.”


    Katrina found no fault in that reasoning and remained silent. Lillian then took the disheartened Katrina to change into the evening attire for the event.


    As they prepared to depart, Katrina caught sight of Nina by the doorway. Her reaction was immediate—her pupils dted, herplexion paled, and a shiver ran through her. Instinctively, she sidestepped and hurried out of Dani’s office. Nina, lingering at the door, reflected on her observations. Initially, she had underestimated Dani, attributing her sess to mere luck. However, witnessing Danimand a room during meetings had changed her perspective.


    Dani’s dominance and the respect shemanded were undeniable. Today, as she watched Dani handle Katrina with such deft authority and strategic conversation, Nina was convinced of Dani’splexity.


    Quietly, Nina bowed her head and texted Elyse:


    “Dani will be at the banquet tonight, wrapping up around eleven. I’ll keep Cedric busy. Handle Dani on your end!”


    After sending the text, Nina shifted her focus back to Lillian. Lillian appeared experienced in handling difficult situations. Nina knew she had to find a way to prevent Lillian from attending the banquet, isting Dani for the evening.


    After a brief pause, Nina swung open the door to Dani’s office, wearing a bright smile and adopting an overly sweet tone.


    “Dani, it seems like I’m not on your radar at all.”


    “Why?” Dani responded with a light chuckle.


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    “Are you attending the banquet tonight? You haven’t considered inviting me to join you for someworking. Are you only taking Lillian? We are family, after all.”


    Dani arched an eyebrow.


    “Is that so?”


    “Yes, we are all part of the Dury family. We should stick together and lift each other up. Please, Dani, I’d love to go to the banquet with you tonight. Leave Lillian behind.”


    Dani’s smile was gentle, her voice teasing.


    “You’re quite demanding, aren’t you? Why can’t Lilliane?”


    Nina made a face, resembling a sulking child.


    “I just had a small argument with Lillian. I need some space. Dani, please, just take me.”


    Dani nodded.


    “Okay.”


    Nina’s face lit up with delight. She quickly nced at Cedric, who was preupied with his phone, and her heart skipped with excitement.


    “Dani, may I stop by Elite Lux’s high-end designer section to pick a dress?”


    Dani gave her permission with a nod.


    “Of course, go pick something nice.”


    Nina’s eyes sparkled.


    “Thanks so much, Dani!”


    As Nina exited the office, she strutted confidently, assured by her victory. Tonight, she believed, Cedric would bepletely captivated by her.


    Lillian escorted Katrina to Elite Lux’s exclusive wardrobe to pick out an outfit. Amidst the splendid array of garments, Katrina selected a particrly luxurious gown.


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