Chapter 35

Ericka felt a sense of normalcy returning as they resumed their daily routine. Walking into the office together, she attended to her husband Monte before heading in. Their weekdays seemed ordinary, greeted by colleagues and assisted by their dedicated team.

The news of Khaye's death had faded from the media, and even her mother's constant appearances on TV had ceased. In the office, Marie greeted them with a cheerful "Good morning, ma'am, sir!" as they entered, and the assistants followed suit.

Ericka acknowledged Marie as she handed over the folder. "Thank you, Miss Marie. How's everything at home?"

"Okay naman, ma'am. I just need to inform my sister that she'll be applying for a job."

"No problem. Take care of it."

"Thank you, ma'am." Marie smiled. "Sir, I'll be heading out now."

"Sure, Miss Marie. Thank you," Monte replied.

As Marie left, she approached Monte.

Ericka updated Monte on her afternoon schedule with the Japanese suppliers, emphasizing that no interpreter was needed. She