It was Zoe Gibson. She was the same woman who had looked at her with barely concealed hostility.The realization made Charlotte’s expression turn cold.*By ten o’clock that night, Charlotte picked up her phone right on time.Sean still had not called.There was no message either.Their last exchang
The woman called the police, and they arrived quickly.After hearing both sides of the story, the officer turned to the family of three. “This is a civil dispute involving alleged personal injury. It is outside our jurisdiction. If you want compensation, you will need to file a civil lawsuit.”Reali
“Still denying it? My father is in great shape. He is in his seventies and still does chores around the house. If you had not pushed him, how could he suddenly fall while walking down the street?”Then he hit her with what he clearly thought was a classic line.“If you did not push him, why would yo
A few days later, another case involving Jasper Corporation went to trial.That morning, Sean had flown to Stanley City to attend an important international business summit. The earliest he could return to Jersey City would be the following afternoon, so he had no way of sitting in on Charlotte’s tr
Charlotte didn’t want to say more. “Let’s not talk about him. It’ll ruin my mood.”Sophie glanced over. “Charlotte, are you okay?”Charlotte’s expression was slightly tense, but she said, “I’m fine.”Sophie and Jenny exchanged a look and, with unspoken agreement, didn’t press further.Jenny looped h
Asher gave a small laugh. “Judging by that reaction, I’m guessing you haven’t won her over.”Scott’s face stayed unreadable as he laid down his card. “When are you and Alicia planning to patch things up?”The smile froze instantly on Asher’s face.“Of all the things to bring up, you had to pick that