A Punishing Kiss

Richard had once wrongly blamed Maeve, and ever since the Ashford family suddenly extended an olive branch, he had always felt both flattered and uneasy.

Maeve's personal call only confirmed Richard's suspicions. Clearly, the Ashford family was trying to use them for some hidden agenda.

Between his own daughter and outsiders, Richard knew better than to lose his head, money-minded as he was.

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