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    Leaning close, Brad murmured, “Won this off Dani, but it’s right back in the pile now.”


    Ethan added, “I’m tapped out. That’s every penny I had.”


    Josh thrust an open palm at Hamilton. “Come on, quit hesitating. I have no patience for wafflers. Don’t you want your grandkids to have a bright future?” Brad, grinning, reached into Hamilton’s pocket himself and passed the check across.


    A satisfied smirk spread over Josh’s face. “Good. You all can leave now. When it’s time for your payout, I’ll be in touch.”


    The McCoy brothers lingered only a moment before shuffling out.


    With empty pockets, they soon found themselves standing before Dani’s vi.


    Carol’s eyes widened as she saw them. “What’s this? I thought you three were moving to your own ces. And what’s with the suitcases?”


    Themotion drew Cedric to the entryway, curiosity giving way to suspicion. He eyed their luggage, a frown creasing his brow.


    One arm raised, Cedric blocked their way. “You better not be here without a decent exnation.”


    Life had never humbled the McCoy brothers like this before.


    Knowing full well Cedric’s reputation, Brad rose onto his toes, craning for a glimpse inside. “Dani! It’s me, Brad! We’re here to crash at your ce!”


    While Dani lounged on the sofa, scanning through her reports, she already knew the three had sunk a hefty investment.


    She paused, blinking at the sight of them crowding the doorway, and shed a teasing smile. “Weren’t you three headed out to strike it rich? What brings you back to my doorstep?”


    A flush of embarrassment crept onto Hamilton’s face. His lips tightened into a silent line.


    Brad tried to lighten the mood, chuckling. “We just happened to be nearby, and hunger got the best of us. Thought we’d drop in for lunch.”


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    Ethan quickly chimed in, “That’s right! Just here for lunch.”


    Carol shot a skeptical nce at the luggage. “You three pack suitcases every time you’re hungry? nning to turn lunch into a daily tradition here?”


    Brad nced over, hoping Dani would step in.


    Without missing a beat, Dani turned to Cedric and said, “Let them in.”


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    Ethan bobbed his head in agreement. “Yeah, absolutely.”


    Trying to sound reassuring, Brad added, “Josh promised—just one month, and we’ll pay everything back, interest included.”


    He raised a single finger, enthusiasm sparkling in his eyes. “You’ll get a hefty bonus from me when it’s done, I promise. How does that sound?”


    Dani sank deeper into the cushions, making herselffortable as she watched the scene unfold.


    “I’ll throw in a bonus, too,” Ethan chimed, eager to sweeten the deal.


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