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Zekiel followed Claire’s wishes, and they returned to the Philippines. As soon as they stepped off their private jet, Hero was already waiting for them, nervous about the news he had to deliver.

“Uncle Hero!” Zayne greeted him cheerfully, running over and hugging the man. “Did you know, Uncle? Mommy and Daddy are together now!” the boy announced excitedly.

Hero already knew about that—it was all over the world after so many people had seen them at the Eiffel Tower. He barely acknowledged Zayne, immediately turning his attention to Zekiel instead.

“Sir, there’s big trouble! The board members are in an uproar. They already know about you and Ms. Venice!”

Zekiel was shocked by the news and glanced at Claire, who looked just as stunned.

“Let’s go to the company first,” Claire said decisively. Zekiel nodded, took her hand, and they immediately got into the car headed for Gray’s Company.

Claire felt uneasy for no clear reason. She wanted to visit her friend’s burial site, but th
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