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    Mack scoffed, waving off the idea. “No way. Imperial Bar is Ethan’s, and they won’t hire me. Besides, I was once the vice president at the Barrett Group. How could I work as a server now? Do not suggest such a menial job to me again.”


    Isabe rolled her eyes. “So what’s your n? You can’t find a suitable job in Shirie. Ever thought of looking for a job in Plomond?”


    “I’ll think about it,” Mack muttered, eyes glued to his game, clearly brushing off the suggestion without a second thought.


    Mack shuffled out of the club, feeling drained, and stopped at a breakfast ce to grab a quick bite before heading home.


    By the time he arrived, Isabe and Alec had already gone to work, leaving only Ruby in the apartment. Ruby had spent the night tossing and turning, repeatedly trying to get in touch with Mack, but without sess. If Alec hadn’t stepped in, she would have gone straight to the police.


    As soon as Mack walked in, the scent of alcohol on him hit Ruby. She rushed to him, her voiceced with concern. “Where have you been all night?”


    “I went out for drinks with an old friend and ended up crashing there,” Mack replied, exhaustion clear in his voice. He kept his bag clutched close, unwilling to give it to Ruby.


    He had nned to stop by the bank to deposit the cash, but fatigue had overtaken him. Sleep was the only thing on his mind now.


    Ruby said, “Still, couldn’t you have let me know? I was up all night, worried sick that something bad might have happened to you!”


    Mack’s patience wore thin. “I’m not a kid. I can take care of myself. You’re worrying over nothing. I’m going to bed now.”


    He walked into his room, mmed the door behind him, and copsed into bed, asleep almost immediately.


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    Ruby let out a frustrated sigh and decided to call Alec and Isabe to let them know Mack was okay.


    At that moment, Isabe, who had been eavesdropping near the door, quickly made her way to the elevator to answer her phone.


    Earlier, when Mack hade back, Isabe had hidden around the corner by the stairs, keeping an eye on him. She had spotted the paper bag he carried but couldn’t tell what was inside. He lookedpletely drained, as if he hadn’t slept at all.


    Once she slipped out of the building, Isabe waited until she reached the subway to call Brenna and ry everything she had seen. After ending the call with Isabe, Brenna stepped out of her car.<fn0848> For more chapters visit Find★Novel</fn0848>


    Down in the lobby, Alec was at his usual spot, but Brenna immediately noticed that he was in a sour mood today.


    Brenna’s day was packed with work, so she didn’t get the chance to talk with Ethan about the voice recorder. Instead, she handed it off to Lorna, making it clear that she wanted Ethan to receive it directly to avoid any leaks. Later that evening, Ernst came home earlier than usual, and the family gathered for dinner.


    Brenna passed a USB drive across the table to Ernst. “This is the firewall program made for you.”


    “You really are a genius,” Ernst replied, grinning. “With this, our system is safe. Oh, and I bought Gracie’s shares for you. I wanted it to be a surprise birthday present, but since you already found out, I might as well give them to you now. Just sign the transfer form, and they’re yours.”


    Brenna smiled. “I’ll happily ept them.”


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