Life was harsh.
Money wasnât easily earned.
To ensure she had enough to Live comfortably in her old age, she was prepared to make any necessary sacrifices.
At that moment, the door swung open, and a new face entered the scene.
âNatt, fortune certainly favors you today!â
The voice echoed through the room, prompting all those present to turn their gazes to the entrance.
Karinaâs eyes sparkled at the sound of the familiar voice.
She whirled around quickly, only to find Barlow striding to her, a faint smile playing on his lips
Why was Barlow here?
She then remembered she spotted a silhouette resembling him when she opened the door earlier.
âAh, Mr.
Tucker! Are you joining us for dinner?â
Natt recognized Barlow and released his grip on Karina.
Retreating two steps, Karina instinctively smoothed down the hem of her dress.
Barlowâs gaze met hers.
âNo.
Iâm actually Looking for someone.
â
âWho might that be?â Natt asked.
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âIâm searching for my partner.
â Turning to Karina, Barlow continued, âKarina, is this how you treat your partner? Leaving me hanging Like that.
Do you think Iâm so easily dismissed?â
Karina was left without words.
When had she ever made plans with him? But she knew better than to challenge him on this.
âI apologize.
Natt had urgent matters to attend to, hence I had to put you on hold.
We can talk later.
â
With a piercing gaze, Barlow retorted, âWhat if I insist on having that talk today?â
A flicker of anticipation lit up Karinaâs eyes, âNatt and I will wrap up our discussion shortly.
â
Surely with Barlowâs presence, Natt would keep his distance, wouldnât he?