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    It took Dani less than a second to see through Joyce’s newly-rich bravado.


    She smiled faintly. “What kind of coboration are we talking about?”


    Joyce said, “Our family has long been rooted in mining. With Doug’s passing, the business has grown beyond my capacity to manage alone. Since we’re half-sisters and I prefer to keep the business within the family, I’m proposing we be partners.”


    Leaning back, she exuded a sense of pride.


    She had evolved significantly from her earlier days.


    Dani gave a faint smile and replied, “Really?”


    Joyce nodded. “Absolutely.”


    Remaining silent, Dani rose and approached the coffee table to pour herself a cup of coffee.


    Joyce watched her, a look of confusion spreading across her face. “Dani, what’s your hesitation? I’m offering you a partnership that includes significant financial benefits. Why not ept immediately? Are you aware of how profitable our mines are?”


    She gestured with her fingers, indicating a figure. “This much.”


    Dani sipped her coffee quietly, her smile slight. She disregarded the figures Joyce suggested, already familiar with the financial details of major corporations, including those based in Olisvine.


    Her leadership at Elite Lux was no ident.


    She knew of Doug’s reputation as a financial powerhouse.


    Dani maintained her smile.


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    Joyce’s expression shifted to one of frustration. “I get that you’re wealthy, Dani, but more wealth never hurts. This is an exceptional chance. I’m offering this because I trust you.” Dani’s smile persisted.


    Joyce always felt a twinge of annoyance at Dani’s grin. It was as if Dani knew everything.


    “You trust me…” Dani began, still smiling. “Alexander’s father visited me recently.” Joyce stiffened.


    Dani looked up, noting Joyce’s reaction. “He was upset. He mentioned you wouldn’t see him, and that Alexander has gone missing. He’s quite concerned and asked if I could help locate his son, given our past connections.” Joyce narrowed her eyes slightly.


    Dani added, “I’ve agreed to help. Now that you’re here, perhaps you might know something. Where could Alexander have gone? It’s unusual for someone to simply disappear. Those in the know are aware he’s missing, but outsiders might suspect he’s up to something.”


    Joyce’s eyes darted away. “I haven’t kept up with him. He never valued my presence much, and I’d rather not get entangled with his issues now.” Joyce’s pulse quickened under Dani’s perceptive smile.


    Trying to maintainposure, she said, “Dani, let’s not get sidetracked. I need to know if you’re on board with the partnership. If you’re not interested, I’ll find someone else. Many would jump at the chance to coborate with me.”


    Dani responded with a mild smile, noticing Joyce’s eyes darting towards Cedric as she spoke. Her expression became thoughtful. It surprised her that after all this time, Joyce still seemed infatuated with Cedric.


    “Do you find him appealing?” Dani suddenly asked.


    Caught off guard, Joyce hesitated. For a moment, she thought Dani had actually noticed something. But after a brief pause, Dani’s voice cut through the silence. “I was talking about the flowers in Cedric’s hand.”


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