Chapter 49 That Morning!

• As the initial shock wore off, a memory surfaced in Edwin's mind. Lance's words from that fateful morning echoed in his thoughts: "I can restore your reputation. Make all your scandals vanish. People will start speaking positively about you again. All those pending lawsuits can be handled efficiently. And all this can happen at my command."
• "Is he finally doing like he said even without me agreeing to his wants?" Edwin mumbled, almost to himself.
• Kimberly's sharp ears caught the whispered words. His eyes narrowed as he studied Edwin's face. "You know where this surprise is coming from, don't you?" he asked, his tone mixed with curiosity and concern. "Spill it, Edwin. What's going on?"