At Burke Manor.


    "This is all my savings. When do I get that ten percent of the shares?"


    Bea hadid out everything in front of Sophie, her expression a mix of desperation and hope.


    Sophie nced at the array of collectibles, raising an eyebrow. "They say in Devonport, no one knows jewels better than you, Bea. Your lifetime of savings is truly remarkable."


    Despite the slight smile apanying Sophie''s words, Bea''s face only darkened further.


    Sophie picked up a bracelet from the table, admiration evident on her face. "Take this bracelet, for instance. You can tell it''s worth a fortune, easily millions, Bea. Your taste is impable."Exclusive content ? by N?(v)el/Dr/ama.Org.


    Bea caught the mockery in Sophie''s tone and replied bitterly, "Yes, these items are valuable. But now, they''re all yours."


    Setting down the bracelet, Sophie smiled broadly. "Bea, we''re both in business. I need some incentive to help you out. Seeing these collectibles, my mind''s at ease. Rest assured, the ten percent of shares will be yours within seven days." "Seven days? Why does it have to take seven days?" Bea was clearly unhappy with the dy.


    Sophie sighed, "I wish it could be faster, but Mr. Odie holds the reins right now. It''s going to take quite a bit of convincing to get him to release those shares. Bea, you should be a bit more understanding."


    "You..." Bea''s face was a picture of displeasure.


    Sophie nonchntly poured herself a cup of tea, suggesting, "Bea, we''re about to have lunch here. Maybe we can talk about this in seven days?"


    It was clear Sophie wanted to show her the door. Bea was ready to argue her case, but Rick, who was by her side, already spoke up, "Bea, please."


    Having been rebuffed by Sophie,


    Bea''s face turned a shade of purple.


    But at this moment, she couldn''t


    afford to break ties with Sophie.


    After Bea left, Jenna and Adler emerged from the corner.


    Seeing Bea''s displeased exit, Jenna pped her hands in delight, "That''s the first time I''ve seen the olddy look so sour! Sophie, you''re the one! Anyone else would struggle to get her so riled up."


    "Truly worthy of being Colby''s wife. Both of you are no easy foes."


    Adler couldn''t help but marvel.


    Sophie asked, "Were you guys eavesdropping the whole time?"


    "How could you call it eavesdropping! We were listening openly!"


    Jenna said seriously, "That olddy is just too hateful, so we decided to y a little prank on her."


    Hearing Jenna''s words, Sophie suddenly felt uneasy. "What did you do?"


    Adler and Jenna shared a look, their eyes twinkling with mischief.


    Outside Burke Manor.


    Bea had reached the outside of Burke Manor and was about to get into her car when she noticed the tires had been shed. Colt looked upset as he said, "Bea... I''m afraid the car''s out ofmission."


    "What happened?" Bea''s face darkened. She immediately looked back at Burke Manor, only seeing one security guard in the booth. She demanded, "Did Sophie have you tamper with my car? Tell her to send a car to pick me up right now!"