"Hello, Mom," Doris greeted, trying to keep her voice steady. Milda’s eyes flickered briefly to Doris before settling on Adrian, who had followed her into the room. Adrian greeted Milda but she completely ignored him, giving him a condescending look. Instead, she turned her attention to Jack, her
Adrian's mind drifted back to Max's birthday party, where Grandma Kathryn had mentioned Jack Russell's name in passing. Adrian remembered that Jack had always been the "perfect" candidate for Doris's hand in marriage according to her grandmother. Before Adrian entered Doris's life, Jack was the one
Milda sneered at Adrian. "This thing you call a husband can't even keep you in a decent apartment, but Jack can provide you with stability and luxury. Doris, can't you think? " Doris was resolute. "Mum, no matter what you say or do, I can't marry Jack. I'm married to Adrian and I love him. I won't
Adrian ignored him, focusing on the call. "Nancy," he said, his voice steady and commanding, "Conduct necessary investigations on Russell Joe Company and Quick Bucks Conglomerate and make sure that they go bankrupt immediately. No delays!" On the other end of the line, Nancy's response was swift an
As Jack's phone rang, a triumphant smile spread across his face. The vibration in his hand felt like the promise of victory. "This is my father's assistant calling," he said, glancing at Doris and Milda with a smug expression. "I told you, I've got everything sorted. He's calling to confirm the
The following evening, Adrian, Doris and her friend Jenny made their way to Mildas Hall, one of the high-end banquet halls in Jolley City. It was a beautiful venue, adorned with opulent chandeliers and marble floors, perfect for the get-together of Doris and Jenny's university classmates. The anti
Alora continued her introduction and spoke at the top of her voice, making the rest of their classmates hear more clearly this time. She craved their recognition and honour, and she believed that this was one way she could get it. "Hansen's family own several casinos and nightclubs," Alora announc
Hansen's attention gradually shifted away from Adrian to Doris and Jenny. Both women were more strikingly beautiful and poised than his so-called girlfriend, Alora, which only fueled his interest. He formally greeted them, his ingratiating smile barely masking his intentions. "Good evening, Doris a