Chapter 25 Filled with longing.

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  Not wanting Nora to worry anymore,Daphne made up a story. She promised to visit Gary and also with Layla, exploring any possible avenues of help. Nora, comforted by her repeated assurances, eased her grip slightly and tried to remain positive that they could get out of this predicament without Daphne become Jacob’s mistress.   *************   In a private hospital in Chicago,Jacob was sent to a ward after receiving treatment.   He changed into a loose hospital gown, with layers of gauze wrapped around his waist.   Even so, he continued discussing business with his secretary.   And then,Lucia arrived.   Her eyes were bloodshot as she stared at him in disbelief. "Jacob, who did this to you?"   If Lucia finds out it was Nora who did it,then he will have to explain why she did and get

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