The roar of a hungry lion
Author: Twine Twin
last update Last Updated: 2023-06-12 14:36:45

"Mateo, do you know anything about Kimberly?" Nicholas could barely fully concentrate on work for four months. Nicholas' attention was distracted by Kimberly who kept her distance from him. Nicholas knew something was happening to his wife. Unfortunately, Kimberly tried to hide it very well from Nicholas. When the man tries to act decisively, Kimberly threatens him, which makes Nicholas always on the losing side.

"I don't know, sir. Should I investigate it?”

Nicholas rubbed his face. “Is Kimberly still mourning her father's death? Or Kimberly is trying to plot a divorce from me.”

"Your last sentence sounds more appropriate." Mateo nodded his head then the man flinched realizing his mistake after Nicholas stared at him with angry eyes for a few seconds. "I'm sorry, sir! I'm just trying to analyze through your relationship and Mrs. Kimberly."

“Does Kimberly like Neil? I see them closer now. They even seemed to be chatting about something important then stopped their conversation when I
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