Odie hadn’t proposed to Leticia, which was aplete 180 from their past


    lives.


    Sophie couldn’t quite put her finger on any deals between the Minton family and the overseas Pord family. It seemed like the future had taken a sharp turn, no longer mirroring their previous lives.


    “Sophie?”


    Gordon’s voice snapped Sophie out of her thoughts.


    She blinked and asked, “What’s up?”


    “Now that Colby’s here, you can spill the beans about what you found at Minton International.”


    “I pretended to be betrayed by Colby after Odie took me to the Minton family, gaining Odie’s trust. From him, I got a list of names and discovered that the third floor of Minton Casino is a front for prostitution and possibly drug trafficking.”


    While speaking, Sophie grabbed a pen and paper from the table and started jotting down all the names she had memorized from her time at the Minton family, along with a rough sketch of the third floor of the casino.


    Gordon peered over the list, recognizing all the names. They were prominent figures in Summerfield, known for their dealings with the Minton family, many of which were shady and off the books.


    “Odie actually gave you such an important list; he must really trust you.”


    “He’s just cocky. He thinks even if I knew all this, I couldn’t do anything about it.”


    Odie had dominated Summerfield for years, and his confidence wasn’t misced. Plus, he never took women seriously, so he wouldn’t think she could affect Minton International.


    “I’ll figure out a n.”


    Just as Gordon finished speaking, Colby chimed in, “Anything else, or can we take off?”


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    Gordon nced at Colby and said, “No rush. You two go ahead if you’re busy.


    Sophie’s face turned crimson in an instant. Colby casually took her hand and told Gordon, “Make sure to suppress that news from Devonport. It’s annoying.”


    Sophie looked puzzled, but Gordon knew Colby was talking about the news fromst night, when he took Sophie back to the Aldridge residence. Gordon gave a slight smile and nodded, “Got it.”


    Colby led Sophie by the hand back to their bedroom, quickly shutting the door behind them and pinning her against the wall.


    Sophie, blushing under his gaze, asked, “Why are you looking at me like that?”


    “My wife is too beautiful, attracting too many admirers. Looks like I need to keep you hidden.”


    “Stop it!”


    Sophie yfully punched Colby’s chest, trying to wiggle out of his embrace. But he easily lifted her, “Gordon said absence makes the heart grow fonder, and I think he’s spot on.”


    “Colby! Put me down!”


    Colby’s strength was undeniable, and with his broad arms, he effortlessly held her. Ignoring her protests, heid her down on the bed.Content is ? by N?velDrama.Org.


    Colby’s kisses trailed softly from her forehead down, his voice growing huskier, “I’ve missed you so much, I can’t even think about work.”


    Sophie quickly found herself swept away by Colby’s storm–like kisses. After a night of passion, Sophie fell into a deep, restful sleep.


    Being with Odie was always nerve–wracking, like walking on eggshells with every step. Only back in Devonport, in Colby’s arms, could she truly rx.


    The next morning, Colby was called early by Gordon to the study to discuss how to handle Odie.


    A maid brought breakfast to Sophie’s room and said, “Ms. Sophie, Colby ordered all your favorites to help you recover.”