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    He said, “Dani, I’m your safest bet.”


    At that moment, Dani was momentarily speechless. She could only stare at Cedric in silence.


    Cedric met Dani’s gaze and spoke up. “I overheard your conversation with Charles just now. Since you’re willing to give me everything you have, why can’t I do something for you in return? Trust me, Dani. I won’t let what happened three years ago repeat itself.”


    Dani’s expression turned into a frown.


    Persisting, Cedric suggested, “I have no intentions of returning home. Why not let me contribute? Wouldn’t we do better as a team?”


    With a heavy sigh, Dani replied, “This ce is fraught with danger. You don’t understand the real nature of Hamilton. No one ascends to his position without being ambitious and ruthless. Hamilton is definitely not as friendly as he seemed today. And this is his turf.”


    Cedric dismissed her concerns. “And? You’ll keep me safe, won’t you?”


    Dani was left speechless.


    Cedric suggested, “Just give me a week. If it doesn’t work, you can send me away immediately, noints from me. Agreed?”


    Before she could respond, Cedric added, “I swear, I’ll just wait for you at home. But if you refuse and force me to go back, I’ll fly myself right back.”


    Dani frowned once more.


    Cedric nced at Carol, silently pleading for her support.


    Carol, recalling Ryan’s and Lillian’s words, stepped forward. “We’re stuck in this storm for a few more days. Let him try. What’s the worst that could happen? He might lose another leg, but as long as he’s alive, it’s fine. Right, Cedric?”


    Cedric knew Carol was speaking up for him, but he felt something was wrong. With no time to ponder, he nodded. “Yes, I’ll survive.”


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    Feeling defeated, Dani didn’t respond.


    Cedric smiled broadly and grabbed Dani’s hand. “So, we’re agreed then.”


    Hamilton had mentioned a dinner invitation in a few days, but surprisingly, he called that very evening.


    Over the phone, his tone was much warmer than his earlier demeanor at the vi. “We’ve just received a fresh deep-sea catch perfect for sashimi. Why don’t you and Cedric join us for a delightful meal? It’s just a casual family gathering.”


    He assured her that only a few people would be present.


    When Dani and Cedric arrived, they quickly realized the full extent of what Hamilton meant.


    The crowd was enormous.


    Their home had turned into a lively party scene. The venue buzzed with over a hundred guests, creating an intense atmosphere.


    Carol nced around at the attendees and remarked to Dani, “Seems like Hamilton is trying to assert his dominance, huh? Your father-inw doesn’t y nice.”


    Dani observed the crowd and responded coolly, “If he thinks this disy will cow me, he’s mistaken.”


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