Joseph got into the car, his mind still buzzing from the confrontation with David and his friends. But he quickly pushed those thoughts aside. He had a more pressing matter to deal with immediately. Joseph reached for his phone, scrolled through his contacts to Charlotte's number, and without hesitation, texted her to meet."Charlotte, we need to talk. Meet me at Dolce cafe tomorrow. You pick the time, I'll be there."Joseph didn't have to wait long; within minutes, his phone buzzed with a reply. Charlotte agreed swiftly, which slightly surprised him, but also relieved him."Okay, let's meet at 10 AM tomorrow. I also need to clarify things with you."Joseph stared at the message on his screen, feeling a mix of conflict pass through his mind. This meeting wouldn't be easy, but he knew it was necessary. Whatever the outcome, Joseph was ready to face whatever came.He pocketed his phone, started the car, and drove home. On the way, thoughts of the upcoming conversation with Charlotte cir

Joseph stood up, pocketed his phone, and walked out of the cafe. A sense of emptiness filled him, as if all hope had been extinguished. He knew he had to accept the reality that Charlotte had chosen not to have anything more to do with him. And with that, he had to move on without her.Inside, Joseph's hope of resolving everything amicably with Charlotte faded away. She had decided not to show up, and that meant she didn't want to find a way to resolve their issues. Joseph knew he had no choice but to move forward without her.Time passed, and Joseph's life gradually returned to its regular rhythm, though something incomplete lingered after the missed appointment. But he didn't allow himself to dwell on it too much. There were other things to do, and most importantly, he needed to be ready for Mr. William's return.The day Mr. William was discharged finally arrived. The family gathered at the hospital, the atmosphere tense yet filled with anticipation. Mr. William, still weak but some

Joseph responded with a gentle smile, mirroring Coco's nod. Coco entered the main hall, and her presence quickly attracted the attention of everyone around. The guests, familiar with the faces of high society, couldn't help but stop and admire Coco's refined beauty and charm. In her teal dress, she exuded a noble air while still maintaining a youthful and modern look. Immediately, praises were heard from all around.“Joseph and Coco truly make a perfect couple,” an elderly guest whispered to someone nearby. “Look at them, they really are well-matched.”“Indeed, Joseph is so elegant, and Coco is utterly beautiful and graceful. They seem to be made for each other,” another added, their eyes following every step they took.The praise didn’t stop there. The arrival of Amile and Jayce also drew attention. Amile, with her confident and savvy demeanor, easily made a good impression on the guests. And Jayce, with his confident smile and sharp eyes, always knew how to stand out at any party.“

"Of course, Mr. Watts," Joseph replied, trying to keep his voice calm.Joseph quickly exchanged glances with Amile, a silent signal for her to be alert. If anything unusual happened while he was away, Amile would immediately inform him. Amile, always perceptive, immediately understood Joseph's intent. She was arm in arm with Jayce, raising a glass to toast with those around her. Her eyes quickly swept over Joseph, and with a subtle nod, she tacitly agreed.Joseph looked back at Amile once more before turning to Mr. Watts and leading him out of the banquet hall. He guided Mr. Watts through the expansive hallways of the mansion, towards the quieter and more secluded rear grounds where they could talk."Joseph, do you know how pleased I am to see you and Coco together?" Mr. Watts began as they stepped out into the open space. "I have always hoped that my daughter would find a dependable and ambitious man like you."Joseph offered a slight smile, but his vigilance did not wane. "Thank you

The two continued to hide, watching every move Jayce made. Meanwhile, Jayce stood in the center of the room, his anger and despair becoming increasingly evident in every gesture. The phone in Jayce's hand became useless, which only fueled his resentment further.Jayce's face flushed with anger, his fists clenched tightly. He continuously pressed the call button on his phone, but the message "the number you have dialed cannot be reached" kept ringing out consistently, fueling his fury."Damn it! Why haven’t they shown up yet?!" Jayce roared, his eyes fierce. "Are they planning to stand me up? They promised, so why haven’t I seen a sign of them yet?!"Jayce paced back and forth in his rage, each step heavy as if he wanted to crush everything underfoot. His mind was in turmoil, unable to accept failure at such a critical moment. His perfect plan was on the verge of collapsing, and that made Jayce unable to contain his fury."I can’t wait any longer," Jayce said loudly, as if talking to h