My Flash Romance With the Richest Mogul



Joe's tone softened as he reassured her. "I'll have someone investigate. We'll find out who's been contacting these people behind the scenes." "That's a good idea," Skylar replied.

Sharing her concerns with Joe eased some of the tension that had been weighing on her. The uncertainty pressing on her chest felt a little lighter

now.

Joe dialed Paul's number. The phone rang for nearly a minute before going to voicemail. His brows furrowed slightly in surprise.

Paul had always been prompt, answering on the first or second ring since the day he started working for him. This was the first time a call had gone straight to voicemail.

"Are you calling Paul?" Skylar asked.

"Yeah, but he didn't pick up."

"It's not urgent. We can wait until tomorrow to talk to him in person. He can investigate later."

"Alright." Joe nodded.

The next morning, at 9:00 am, Mona drove herself to the hospital for her scheduled prenatal checkup. She had initially hoped Steven could take time off work to accompany her, but his workload had been overwhelming lately.

The checkups typically consumed her entire morning, and Steven had mentioned that Ruth might be following her. He even suggested Ruth could be planning something malicious.

The thought sent a shiver down

Mona's spine. It was unnerving to think that, in a society governed by laws, Ruth-a young woman-could act so recklessly. Mona wondered if it was because she had refused to give Ruth money last time, leading to a grudge.

Mona had felt slightly unwell earlier but didn't want to trouble Steven, who had just started his workday. Deciding to manage on her own, she drove to the hospital.

The route was straightforward, and her destination was the hospital. Even if Ruth had malicious intent, it wouldn't be easy for her to act.

Days had passed since Ruth had

last followed her, and it seemed unlikely she could maintain such vigilance. If Ruth truly intended. harm Mona resolved to call for help and involve the authorities immediately.

The drive to the hospital was uneventful. She completed her prenatal checkup and consulted with the doctor about her condition. To be thorough, she requested additional tests to ensure the baby's health.

Reassured by the results, Mona left the hospital feeling relieved. On her way home, she passed a bakery and remembered their signature cheese lava bread-a favorite of both her son and Steven.

Deciding to treat them, she parked and went inside to purchase a couple of loaves.

A few minutes later, she emerged from the bakery, the warm aroma of freshly baked bread wafting from the bag in her hands.

"Mona!"

The sudden voice startled her, and she froze. Her mind went blank for a moment.noveldrama

Without turning around, she instinctively reached for her car door, intent on getting inside.

"Mona, I'm talking to you. Why are you ignoring me? Isn't that a bit too heartless? No matter what, you're still my sister-in-law, aren't you?" Ruth's voice grew louder as she ran

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up and grabbed Mona