At those words, something shifted in Eric's hollow gaze.Eunice's face lit up with relief. "Eric, I know you have to put on a front at the company, but right now it's just you and me. We're still each other's rock, right?"When he didn't respond, she took it as a sign that she was in the clear.She put on a helpless expression and said, "Eric, you have to understand that I did all of this for you. Back when you were fighting for the largest shareholder position, I was afraid Claudia wouldn't help you, and I didn't have any money myself."That's why I made such a terrible mistake. But Eric, you have to believe me—I really had no ulterior motive. I just wanted to help you!"Eric quietly watched her, still trying to talk her way out of it. Suddenly, he slapped her hard across the face.The sharp sound echoed through the living room.Eunice clutched her cheek, eyes wide with disbelief as she stared at Eric."Eunice, even now you're still trying to talk your way out of this. Did you
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