Chapter 66

Sean was far more astute than Maureen had ever anticipated. She thought she had hidden herself well, but in reality, Sean had already pieced together most of her identity. Every time he received instructions over the phone telling him how to react or what to say, it was always because Penelope's aunt had said something to her. Although he hadn't gotten a clear look at her face during their meeting, her gender and age perfectly matched his suspicions. That's why Sean had boldly brought up the idea of a partnership. What he wanted was simple—to become the Quill family's son-in-law. Even if Joseph disapproved of him and refused to provide him with any advantages, it didn't matter. The status of being recognized as Quill Group's son-in-law alone would be enough. That title alone would elevate him to a starting point he could never have reached with his own efforts, no matter how hard he worked. Maureen was related to Penelope's late mother. With Penelope's mother gone and her fath