Chapter 54

Pauline turned and tightened her grip on Serena's hand. "I-I'll think about it. But Nina… With you going back to Jansen Group and openly defying your father… Have you thought about what's next?" Pauline trailed off, and her gaze flickered toward Hugh with a knowing look. She couldn't tell whose side Hugh was really on. Was he standing with Serena, or was he prioritizing Jansen Group? Hugh caught the meaning behind her stare. He knew Pauline thought highly of him, but at the end of the day, their relationship was built on business ties. There were some things she couldn't discuss openly in front of him. "I have another appointment," Hugh said, rising to his feet. He made his way to the car, deciding to wait outside. Pauline watched as Serena's eyes lingered on his retreating figure. Smiling, she said, "It looks like you two get along." "He's… not like the rumors say," Serena admitted while rubbing her face awkwardly. "There's no love between us, but at least we respect each other.