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2024-05-06 12:00:14Jacob grinned slightly. The file in his hand was finished and this time, he would not let Bryan get a chance to attack him again. Jacob would not be willing to rely much more on his uncle's power and ability. Though Jacob had to admit, his uncle was good in some areas.
“Tsk! Why are you thinking of Bryan's expertise?” He chuckled unconsciously. Making his steps stomp even more out of annoyance, why wasn't he immediately given what he should have. “If only Mommy hadn't taken such a rash stance back then. I wouldn't have to feel like this.”
Her steps swayed down the corridor that led to the office of this man she was not too happy with. the higher the war flag she raised. Especially when he remembered everything, anything that involved Jacob's dealings with Bryan, upset the man.
As soon as Jacob arrived at the slightly open door - no need to knock to signify his presence - he just walked in. making the owner of the room look surprised because he was concentrati
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