Goodbye, My Love
Chapter 1013

You're remarkably accomplished. I couldn't ask for more. Once you become part of the Cruz family, we'll join forces, and, without a doubt, we'll surpass the Bryant Group eventually."

The more Florence spoke, the more ludicrous she sounded. At her wits' end, Loraine cut her off, setting the record straight.

With no other ears to witness the conversation, she saw no need to spare any feelings for the Cruz family.

"Mrs. Cruz, I must make it clear. I don't have any romantic feelings for Grady. I won't consider marrying him in the future. I urge you to seek a suitable partner for your son elsewhere." Pausing briefly,

Loraine added, "Concerning the potential collaboration, my assistant or someone from the Universe Group can set up a meeting. We can discuss the specifics then."

Florence had steeled herself to display humility, but Loraine's rejection was even more explicit than she had anticipated. Her frustration was evident on her face, darkening her expression.

"Do you believe your association with Marco allows you to dismiss the

Cruz family?"

As Florence ruminated on her words, they began to make sense to her.

She scoffed, "My suggestion, Loraine, is not to place all your bets on

Marco. He's impressive, no doubt, but the tragic reality is... He's bound by a family that never fails to impede his progress. Who knows what clandestine dealings they might have? Are you really willing to tie the knot with him again and endure a strenuous life in the Bryant family?"

Loraine's expression morphed into a scowl upon hearing Florence's disparaging comments about Marco.

"Mrs. Cruz, ponder over what Marco might feel if he caught wind of your words."

Florence, jolted by Loraine's words, was caught off guard. Rumors of

Bryant family had reached her, but she didn't dare to cross Marco.

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Loraine's tone chilled. "My rejection of Grady isn't Marco's problem. I simply don't have feelings for Grady. Moreover, Marco's families aren't all saints. Do you consider yourself superior? While you remain, Mrs. Cruz, I vow to never join the Cruz family."

Florence, quaking with rage, retorted, "Bravo, Loraine! Don't cry foul in the future now that I've warned you. Neither you nor Marco can afford to challenge the Cruz family! I will patiently await the day you rue this!" Loraine scoffed. Florence simply had the backing of the Cruz family in

Zodiac. What made her so arrogant?

"Don't worry, Mrs. Cruz. Such a day won't arise."

With those words, Loraine took her leave, her exit radiating defiance. The severing of their relationship was now out in the open, thanks to