Chapter 90:
Author: Sebastian
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Joseph sat in his office, the light from the desk lamp casting a stern shadow on his face. “Who exactly is that girl?” Joseph tapped his fingers lightly on the table. The image of Abigail appeared in his mind. A simple girl, if not somewhat ordinary. Why did Jayce choose her? Could it be that he genuinely had feelings for her? “Love truly is the most inexplicable thing in this world!” Joseph let out a mocking smile. Indeed, love was the most baffling thing in life. But thankfully, it was that very thing that revealed Jayce’s weakness. A perfect man in love also had his vulnerabilities.

Suddenly, the phone next to him rang, interrupting his thoughts. He glanced at the screen and saw Brian’s name displayed.

“Brian, what’s going on?” Joseph answered, his voice deep and calm.

On the other end, Brian’s voice sounded hurried. “Joseph, I just witnessed something strange. Bunoliv and Jayce seem incredibly close, not just a simple employer-employee relationship.”

“What do you mean? They should
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