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    Carol had the question on the tip of her tongue. If Dani loved him so deeply, why not continue to stay together? It was obvious—Cedric still loved Dani with every fiber of his being. But the emptiness in Dani’s eyes made it clear—no one could reach her now.


    And so, Carol swallowed her question.


    “Dani, should we keep digging?”


    “Yes. Uncover who’s pulling the strings behind all of this!” Carol gave a firm nod and walked away.


    Elite Lux was flourishing, itstest innovations in element fusion setting new benchmarks in the industry. Richard was drowning in envy and regret, his frustration teetering on the edge of madness. In the end, as Elite Lux stores sprang up in prime locations nationwide, he surrendered to the undeniable force of wealth.


    “I won’t stand in the way of you being with Dani, but you better give me some grandchildren.”


    Alexander’s brows knitted together. “How’s that supposed to happen? Dani can’t have kids.”


    Suddenly, realization dawned on Alexander. “You’re saying having children with another woman? Dani would never go for that.”


    “Why does her opinion matter?” Richard scoffed. “She’s the one who can’t have kids, not you. The fact that you’re still willing to marry her is a blessing for her, and mark my words, once this news spreads, no man in high society will want her. That’s when you swoop in, y the devoted lover, and she’ll be eating out of your hand. She grew up without a mother—she’s weak to kindness. Trust me. Leak the news that she’s infertile, and she’ll have no suitors left. Then, tell her you’re willing to sacrifice fatherhood for her sake.”


    Richard pped Alexander on the shoulder. “She’ll be in tears by then. And once you’re married, your fortunes are intertwined. She wouldn’t actually leave you over children born outside, would she? Dani is sharp—she knows how to make the smartest choice.”


    But Alexander wavered. He had seen firsthand how ruthless Dani could be. “She’s got a temper. If this turns into a scandal, she won’t take it lying down.”


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    Richard smirked. “Win her over first. Once you’re married, just tell her you still want kids—it’s her problem, not yours. And if the truth ever leaks, no one will me you. The pressure will be on Dani—sooner orter, she’ll give in.”


    Alexander stayed quiet, deep in thought. The more he considered it, the more his father’s n seemed reasonable. Step one, win her heart. Their fortune would need an heir eventually. If he had kids with someone else, he could pass them off as adopted—Dani might even pity him for it.


    Just picturing Dani’s beauty sent a rush through him, making his pulse quicken.


    “Fine! Let’s make it happen!”


    Alexanderunched an unyielding pursuit of Dani, determined to win her over.


    Bouquets,vish gifts, three gourmet meals a day, even valuable antiques—his extravagant disys of devotion left everyone watching in stunned admiration.


    He was certain his grand gestures would make an impression, but reality had other ns.


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