CHAPTER 29

Olivia went home feeling angry, her frustration clear on her face. Cody Halbert, walking beside her with a tense expression, finally broke the silence in the car.

"Olivia, we need to talk," he said seriously. "Our company is in big trouble. The funds are depleted, and we'll be broke if we don't find a solution soon."

Olivia whimpered, tears welling up in her eyes. "I don't want to be poor, Dad. I can't bear it. I'd be so ashamed if that happened."

Cody sighed deeply and placed a hand on Olivia's shoulder. "Listen, you need to stay beautiful and charm the sons of other tycoons. If you can't get Asher, find someone even wealthier."

Olivia was silent for a moment, then remembered Darren. "What about Darren?"

Cody snapped, "Forget Darren! Find someone else. Someone much richer and more influential."

Olivia nodded slowly, feeling pressured but also aware that she needed to act quickly. "Okay, I'll find someone wealthier."

Cody nodded, satisfied with Olivia's response. "Good. We don't have