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Chapter 117

Author: Ginger Sue
Jessica froze, her hand suspended in midair, suddenly slick with sweat. She was used to moving in elite circles with Joshua, attending high-end events and gatherings where everyone treated her with deference and flattery.

No one dared to cross her, but Louis gave her no respect at all.

If it weren't for her agenda, she wouldn't have traveled all this way to meet this grumpy old man.

"Jessica, have a seat," Joshua said softly.

"Okay…" Jessica muttered and sulked as she sat beside him, their k
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