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Chapter 23 - The Enemy

Author: JAYNE
last update Last Updated: 2025-08-09 20:44:12

Patricia held her cup of coffee with both hands. She is somehow enjoying the heat from the cup. She leaned forward, with her lips curved slightly upward. She was listening to what Nathan was saying.

Nathan, who sat across from her, lowered his voice. “ I don’t believe in Emma and Ace’s marriage. I think they are hiding something,” he said. He paused before asking, “Didn’t you say you were in a relationship with Ace for a long time? How come they are suddenly married?” “Patricia, I need you to be honest with me now that we are close, what is your relationship with Oceanic? Why are you targeting the company? I know Emma stole your boyfriend. But you can still get back on her in other ways.” Nathan asked, confused.

Patricia looked him straight in the eyes and said, “ I want to destroy Emma, Oceanic Group, and everything it represents. I have my reasons, which I cannot share with you just yet. I hope you understand.“

“Yeah, it's okay, at least we both have the same common enemy, two
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