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CHAPTER FIFTY-THREE - SEEING THE EX
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Cassy POV
“So, what brings you here, boss?”
“Will you quit calling me that? It gives me the chills. We always address each other by our first names. That should not change.” I never had any airs, and Norma knows that from way back.
“Well, three years ago, you were a renowned bestselling author, but now, after your brother took the reins of the business, you already owned two lifestyle magazines in circulation as part of the publishing company. And the franchise talk is now in the offing. You are going to be a multi-billionaire soon.” In just a few sentences, Norma gave me a rundown of what has happened at the company since I became inactive.
“And what’s more, the merchandise department is performing great, raking in million
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