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Author: Favoi lily
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They were in each other's embrace for some time, and then Jason said " Thank you for trusting me " He squeezed her so tight, not wanting to let go.

" Why will my husband assault a lady when I'm here, I'm way prettier. " Jason giggled effortlessly after hearing that.

Ashley couldn't help but ask " What happened, I want to hear every detail now " She demanded, folding her arms.

Jason glanced at her a bit " Yeah sure, honey " In accord with that, he grabbed her hand and sat her down on the bed.

" Someone is desperately trying to take over the company. Yesterday I got a threat. I kind of thought it was Alexis since she just disappeared into thin air."

"That bitch! was it her?! " Ashley flared up immediately.

" No, no. You would be shocked to hear who it was "

Ashley narrowed her gaze, right now she is so curious. " Who is that?" She inquired.

" My cousin, Leo. He is my cousin and I was so stupid to have not recognized him " Jason facepalmed himself.

"Leo?" Ashley still wasn't getting
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