She was persuaded

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“How are things going?"

As soon as they left the room, Zach queried. Julia placed her palm on her left chest and took a few breaths in and out before replying, "Thank you, Zach. If you didn't show up, I'm not sure what I'd do."

“Exactly what's wrong?”

Zach looked down at Julia and said, "Seems like you know my uncle."

Although she smiled in response to his question, the concern was visible as sweat stains on her forehead.

“I just had the worst talk with your uncle. I didn't want any problems to come my way,” Julia breathed a sigh, and continued, “Having no way out, I did this. I'm sorry!!” Julia murmured, concealing a vital point from him. Julia didn't mind if the guy revealed the truth to Zach after she was gone.

But Julia would be relieved that there would be no squabbles between them from now on, and she would no longer be the center of attention.

“He's aloof, quiet, and, well, difficult to govern. Nobody wants to misbehave around him. I recognize your discomfort, so don't be al