Chapter 751

With that, Patricia spun around and stormed off, her heels clicking with every step.

In an instant, Laura's body went limp, and she collapsed to the ground. It was as if every ounce of energy had been drained from her.

Although Jennifer couldn't recall who Patricia was, she gathered enough from their conversation to grasp what had transpired. Her concern for Laura grew as it was clear that Patricia wasn't someone to be taken lightly.

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Meanwhile, at Valor Law Firm, Simon had just wrapped up a long day when his phone rang. A flicker of annoyance crossed his face when he saw the caller ID, but he answered anyway.

"Simon, do you have a moment?" Hailey's coquettish voice came through the line. "I've come down with a fever, and my parents are on a trip. I'm all alone here. What should I do?"

Simon frowned and retorted, "You're a doctor, aren't you? If you've got a fever, take some medicine. It's not rocket science."

Hailey felt a surge of anger at his indifferent tone. Despite havi