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84. ~Klaire~

Author: Queen E
last update publish date: 2026-07-05 23:48:26

Hale.

Seeing Hale’s call was mixed feelings. I didn’t know what to expect and how to respond to any news he might bring. Was it work? Or just wanted to say hi to Lance’s wife.

I answered immediately. “Good afternoon, Mr. Hale.”

“You’ve started sounding too formal.”

I laughed. “You are my superior.”

“To an extent…” he laughed. “So…”

“So?”

“I’m inviting you out.”

“…What?”

“Relax.” He laughed. “It’s lunch. I promise I’m old enough to be your uncle.”

I covered my mouth as I laughed. “I wasn’t think
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    I remained where I was. Hidden by one of the marble pillars that neither of them noticed my presence.Something about Klaire's face...It wasn't the expression of an employee meeting a business partner nor was it the expression of a spy reporting to her employer.Kingston stood before her with both hands tucked into the pockets of his expensive suit.I saw a father speaking to his daughter without an ounce of kindness."So..." Kingston said with a dry chuckle. "This is what you've become."Klaire remained quiet."You walked away from Kingston Enterprises because you wanted to prove yourself. You wanted independence. You wanted to show the world that you didn't need my influence."His voice was too calm…but the weight of his words…"And what have you achieved? You couldn't even protect your own reputation.""I did protect it." Klaire's voice came out firm despite the tears beginning to gather in her eyes. "I was proven innocent."Kingston scoffed. "Innocent? You still became the laughin

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    “So how did it go? Did you meet your new bride? Do you like her?” My grandmother’s eager eyes made my shoulders stiff. I moved to her bed and sat down with a small sigh. “How are you feeling today, Granny? Does your chest still hurt?” I asked her. Her eyes narrowed briefly at me. “I am fine, Lex

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