Chapter 68

Cedric spoke earnestly, and even Scarlett was moved. "Lettie, I should stay. You still need someone to look after you." Cedric's face was filled with emotion. Scarlett shook her head. "No. The Payne Group still needs you. You can't leave! "Besides, we won't have time to find a suitable replacement. With Grace here, everything will be fine." After Scarlett finished speaking, Cedric pretended to hesitate before finally agreeing. "Lettie, since you have so much faith in me, I won't let you down!" With those words, Cedric gave a decisive nod. Previously, he had been passive, but now that he had the upper hand, things had changed. Scarlett stifled a yawn. Cedric's heart ached even more for her. "Lettie, you should get some rest. I'll go back and start preparing right away," he said. Scarlett gave a slight nod in response. After Cedric left, Scarlett gazed out the window, a sense of helplessness washing over her. She hadn't been fully unconscious the night before and had heard Le