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Cora was growing increasingly uncomfortable with Joanna's insinuations. "Joanna, what are you trying to suggest?"Joanna maintained her confident smile and responded, "Feeling a little uneasy, Cora? Maybe concerned that some of your past secrets might see the light of day?"Cora's breath quickened, and she shot Joanna a fierce glare. Her mind raced with the possibility that Joanna knew about her past, but she tried to convince herself that Joanna could only know fragments, nothing that could truly harm her. There's nothing Joanna can do to ruin her!She forced a nervous chuckle and glanced at her husband, then back at Joanna. "We all have our histories, don't we? You're underestimating me if you think you can use my past against me, Joanna. You don't know the whole story."Travis couldn't help but be intrigued by the unfolding drama between Joanna and Cora. It was clear that Cora had a fascinating past, and Joanna appeared to be struggling to maintain the upper hand.Intrigued, Travi
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Cora’s face had drained of all color, and her fear was palpable as she trembled with apprehension. The ongoing conversation had already begun to indicate the ruination of her carefully constructed facade. Desperation welled up within her, and she felt an urgent need to halt the relentless revelation that threatened to expose her.In a voice fraught with anxiety, she implored Travis, “Please, I’m begging you, stop talking! Travis, I beg you, that’s enough. Just cease speaking, please!”A cynical smirk tugged at the corner of Travis’s lips, and he retorted, “Now you’re requesting me to halt the conversation, huh? It seems you women can be quite perplexing, demanding one thing and then another. I assumed you wanted me to speak.”Joanna observed the unfolding situation with a raised eyebrow and a trace of annoyance, realizing that Travis had indirectly involved her in the exchange.Summoning a measure of resolve, Cora shot back, her irritation evident, “Well, that's enough, okay? I don’
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As Jim wrestled with the staggering revelations, he experienced a sensation akin to the weight of an expansive prairie resting atop his head, pressing down on him with an overwhelming force.When the pressure became too much for him to bear, his response was instinctive. He grasped Cora’s hair and unleashed a torrent of slaps upon her, an eruption of pent-up rage that left a painful spectacle for all to witness. The unfolding drama had not gone unnoticed, and it quickly drew the attention of onlookers.A gathering crowd from the regular floor congregated around the unfolding commotion, their collective gaze fixed on the heart-wrenching scene. Judgments flowed like an unyielding tide, many of them passing their own verdicts upon the woman at the center of the problem.“I mean, I can’t believe this! She should have repented and never deceived her husband like this! What a disgrace!” exclaimed a woman from the crowd, her voice laden with disapproval.To her words, a man chimed in, “She
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Joanna’s exasperation was undeniable as her eyes settled on William. The unexpected encounter was a source of irritation for her, making her yearn for a peaceful day without the interference of an unwelcome presence.With a sigh, she couldn’t help but express her annoyance, her voice tinged with frustration. “Could you please just mind your own business and let us enjoy our meal, William? We’re here to have a peaceful family time.”However, William’s response was far from pacifying. He let out a derisive sound, his gaze shifting between Travis and Joanna. “So, it seems you’re living the high life, Joanna, dining at the Crown Jewel. Your business must be flourishing, isn’t it? After everything our family did for you, after using us, is this all you ever wanted?”Joanna couldn’t suppress her retort, a wry chuckle escaping her lips before she delivered her response. “Oh, you mean what you wanted, William. Let’s not rewrite history here. And I didn’t use our family; I helped our family in
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The following day, while Joanna was already at work and Maya was safely at school, Travis embarked on a journey to the heart of Mainville City. He was headed for the place he once called home, a place he had left behind for some time now, but the answers he desperately sought could only be found within its walls.As he arrived at the opulent Danforth mansion, the security personnel stationed there were taken aback by his unannounced presence. They couldn’t hide their surprise at the return of the young master, whose absence had left them puzzled.Curiosity lingered on the faces of all the staff within the mansion as they observed the car drive in.Travis parked his car and alighted out of it. He had arrived slightly ahead of schedule, and he could only hope that his father would be present to receive him, for he was unaware of his arrival.Stepping across the threshold into the mansion, Travis couldn’t help but observe the numerous changes that had occurred during his extended absence
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At the grounds of the mansion, Travis and his father, Leon, found themselves seated across from each other at an elegant outdoor setting. A round table graced their presence, adorned with a selection of wines that lay at the center, their presence lending an air of sophistication to the scene.With an inquisitive gleam in his eyes, Leon sought to unveil the purpose behind this conversation. His genuine curiosity was paired with a hint of concern, stemming from the knowledge that Travis’s journey to Mainville City signaled the importance of the topic at hand. “So, about Gerald Kramer… What is it that has prompted this discussion? Why do you wish to talk about him?” Leon inquired, eager to glean insight into the heart of the matter.Travis proceeded to pour a glass of wine for himself as he contemplated the best way to convey his concerns. It was evident that the issue weighed heavily on his mind. “It is indeed a significant matter, Dad,” Travis affirmed, his gaze steady as he raised
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Travis regarded Annabelle with a hint of skepticism, as though she had just revealed something utterly perplexing. “You had a feeling I’d be here today. I didn’t inform anyone, not even Devon,” he stated, his brow furrowing with confusion.In response, Annabelle sported an innocent smile and casually remarked, “I was tipped off by one of the security guards. I requested that they notify me whenever you decided to set foot in this mansion. I was genuinely surprised when I received the information.”Travis let out a resigned sigh and nodded. “Well, I came here for—”“Business, I know,” Annabelle interjected, her tone understanding. “That’s okay. We can grab a meal later in the day.”Travis scrutinized Annabelle for a moment, seeing how serious she was about wanting to hang out with him. He glanced at his wristwatch and replied, “I do have an appointment right now, Anna, but once I’m finished, we can go out for a drink or something.”to conceal her bubbling excitement, her lips gently ni
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Anna observed Travis and Devon as they entered the restaurant, a somewhat strained smile gracing her features.As they approached her, she couldn't help but let out a somewhat awkward chuckle, her attempt at concealing her surprise, "I didn't know Devon would be here too."Devon, understanding the underlying tension, gave her a knowing look and gently shook his head. He proceeded to take a seat across from her. However, just as Travis was about to sit down beside Devon, Anna interjected, her tone suggestive, "Why don't you sit beside me instead?"Both Travis and Devon exchanged bemused glances at her in response to her remark. Devon, unperturbed, quipped, "What's so special about the chair beside you, Anna? Let's not make a fuss, Travis, so just sit."Clearly irritated by Devon, Anna huffily took her own seat, though reluctantly. Travis followed suit, sensing the unspoken tension between Anna and Devon. Perplexed, he inquired, "Is something amiss here?" His attention was now fixed o