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Just as Isaac was about to get up, however, Irene moved the cursor and said, "Wait—let's get prepared as much as we can before we get started."As she read through the dossier on Ian's sugar baby, Isaac watched her from the side, smiling faintly as he admired her prudence.And after she was done, Irene said, "This might not be as hard as I thought.""How so?" he asked."Look here—she's a dance judge," Irene pointed out. "I happen to know some dancing, and that counts as a conversation starter, I guess?"Isaac's eyes twinkled as he watched her.Indeed, Irene was quite versatile, having learned the piano, painting, dance, and medicine."Wait, I think my friend might know here," Irene suddenly said as a person came to mind.She took out her phone and took a photo of the woman, while pulling Isaac along. "Do you remember Mark Wickers? From Dorime Pharmaceuticals?"Isaac followed as he replied, "I do. We're still partners."Irene appeared a little excited just then. "His wife has
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Isaac asked, "Can you do this?""Don't worry—I won't cause trouble," Irene said confidently. "I won't endanger myself even though I want to save Tommy. Moreover, I don't think anyone would notice someone like me."She was basically telling Isaac not to worry since she would be fine.Isaac certainly knew that she was smart, but she was still a woman—she would not win in the face of brutes who could not be reasoned with."Don't be reckless.""Yeah," she replied. With that, the car turned silent and neither spoke.Irene wanted to speak, but could not put any words together.Soon, they were at the community arts center."Drive safe," she said as she alighted.Isaac watched her for a moment, and said, "Okay."…After Irene entered the building, she was at a loss on where to go. She asked the front desk, and they showed her where she should go to hand over the list.Luckily for Irene, Robin Lynd was on duty, and sitting in front of a computer.Knocking the door to draw her att
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Irene wondered to herself if Ian was talking about Tommy just then, but she was too far to hear what he was saying clearly—she just happened to be able to catch him saying 'child.'Ian was still standing before his car, speaking to someone on the other end. "Bring her to me. I want to meet her."He was looking for a woman who had recently given birth because Tommy had been crying terribly and refusing to drink formula milk. After reading various articles online, Ian concluded that the boy wanted breastmilk, which was why he was looking for a woman who was lactating and could feed Tommy, so that the boy would stop crying.In truth, Tommy was crying because the formula milk Ian was feeding him was from another brand. The change in flavor did not suit him, but he would have kept feeding if he was fed the original brand.Ian, however, did not know that. As he hung up and got in his car, he glanced at Robin, who was still standing nearby and sighed. He wanted to show concern, but was
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Irene asked, "Are you alright?"Robin could tell what she was referring to, and bitterly said, "I haven't been with him for that long, but we used to be happy. He would always watch my theater shows and treat me to gourmet food. We hold hands when we go shopping, and I'd lean on his shoulder at the cinema…"The memories left her eyes welling with tears."I mean, I know that we don't suit each other—he's a child of the Jefferson family, while I'm just some unknown thespian. I know we wouldn't go all the way, but… It's just so sudden! I can't take it, even if I knew this was inevitable."Irene listened attentively, and asked gingerly, "But why would he suddenly break up with you? Maybe he met someone else? You know how changeable men can be."Robin thought about it. "I don't think so… He's actually been quite busy lately.""What with?" Irene tried to sound casual."I'm not sure…"Still, Robin suddenly realized that Irene was asking about Ian, and quickly became wary. "Why'd you a
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Robin stared at Irene. "Why are you so surprised?"Irene quickly composed herself and smiled, "Well, I'm just a doctor who only has dancing as a hobby. I haven't ever gambled even though I'm an adult, so an underground casino is both exciting and new to me…""Look, don't tell anyone," Robin told her. "This sort of business is illicit, and it's an indictment if the authorities find out.""My lips are sealed," Irene said, but her tone soon changed sharply. "Wait, are you still being considerate after he dumped you?""We used to be happy and that's all that matters," Robin quietly said, her tone conveying helplessness and misery. "I don't want to see him in jail even if we've broken up…""Oh, but didn't you say that he is from the Jefferson family? They have both power and money, don't they?" Irene asked while feigning ignorance. "I'm not sure, but I just know that he has a serious grudge against his cousin," Robin replied. "That's why his casino is not legal and he cannot afford
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If Robin had not told her, Irene would never have thought that there was a casino hidden in this cargo port."Come on, I can take you there," Robin said, leading her to a small boat.There were two men on it, and the boat was meant to ferry passengers to the casino. Both men had seen Robin before, so they let her on. However, they stopped Irene since they never saw her. "You're not allowed here.""She's with me," Robin said. "She's a friend of mine, and she knows about the casino. Your boss told me to never breathe a word about it and I never did, and I'm here to look for him. Is he in?"Ian had his arms around Robin when they last came, and both men knew that she was Ian's girlfriend.They had to let Irene as well since Robin vouched for her, but…"Your phones, please."Robin knew the rules, and quickly passed hers to them.Irene, however, needed hers to contact Isaac—once she surrendered it, she could not reach him even if she finds Tommy."What?""Sorry, but it's the r
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Irene's expression stiffened.Where was the crying coming from?She quickly followed the voice, and arrived at a red shipping container.Robin, Ian, and the woman who had been crying were inside!Irene frowned—the woman seemed young. Was she the woman who had recently delivered a baby, whom Ian was asking for?"Who told you to come, huh?" Ian was scowling and glaring viciously at Robin.The reason he had broken up with her was because he was worried Isaac would turn his crosshairs on her, and then track her down to this ship.But here she was! He had every reason to be furious!Robin, however, did not understand that—she simply believed that he was angry from the embarrassment of being caught cheating. And it was the first time she had ever seen him flip out!"You're dumping me because of her?" She could not help sobbing—when she entered the container, she found the woman topless and facing Ian.This was his office, and why else would she be undressing?Any idiot could tel
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Striding toward Robin, Ian demanded, "Who are you looking for?""Irene Spencer. What's wrong with that?" Robin replied.Ian narrowed his eyes. "She's onboard?!"Robin had no idea why he was glowering, and explained, "She just came here with me. She's a friend, and she won't tell anyone about this place. We're leaving once she comes back—""A friend?" Ian's brow was twitching. "Do you even know who she is?!"Robin felt a foreboding sensation just then. "We just met—""Just met?!" Ian growled through his teeth. "And you already brought her aboard?""Who is she? Why are you so upset?" Robin asked then—was Irene Spencer someone special?"She's Isaac's wife!" Ian bellowed, and took a moment to calm himself. "Well, whatever. Thank goodness I found out early and this didn't get worse. She's not getting away as long as she's on board."Robin froze. "She approached me… On purpose?""What do you think?" Ian retorted. "I dumped you because I was hoping Isaac and his people wouldn't come
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