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Chapter 237:
Ricky had kept tabs on the latest Morrison Group mess. Nothing escaped his notice. Since Janessa had shown him kindness these days, he found it hard to turn Dayna down flat when she asked him to help the Morrison family. With a cautious voice, he answered, “Dayna, we only just found our footing. Even if I wanted to help, now isn’t the right time p>
Letting things drag out, though, would only spell disaster for the Morrisons.
After everything that had happened with the Eastside Project, Ricky’s attitude toward Dayna had worsened. But today, he softened. Spotting a glimpse of the old warmth in his eyes, Dayna closed the distance between them and slipped her arm through his. In a soft, pleading tone, she said, “Dad, I’m having a baby. For your grandchild’s future, can’t you please help the Morrison family p>
“You’re thinking of saving the Morrison family before you’ve even married Jaxton. Have you already forgotten how they treated you back then?” Janessa interjected before Ricky could reply.
When she finished, Janessa tossed Laura a look full of mockery.
Unbothered, Laura pretended Janessa’s words meant nothing. Her gaze stayed on Ricky. “The Morrison and Flynn families have always had each other’s backs. Remember, when the Flynn Group was in trouble, we were the first to help. Isn’t it fair of me to ask for your support now p>
Following Katrina’s death, the Morrison family had managed to outpace the Flynns at every turn. Whenever things got tough, Ricky turned to Santos for support, and Santos always said yes—mostly out of respect for Katrina. Though he never spoke of it, Laura knew this all too well.
Ricky’s face reddened with embarrassment after he heard Laura’s words. He replied, voice cold, “Those old problems of mine were minor compared to what the Morrison Group is dealing with now p>
“I’d like a private word with you, Ricky. Let’s not forget, it was my help that brought you and Katrina together.” Laura stressed Katrina’s name, her tone sharp.
At that, Ricky’s eyes turned cold, and his face darkened. He met Laura’s gaze, and she faced him without flinching.
𝘓а𝗍es𝗍 сh𝖺p𝘁𝖾𝗋ѕ оn 𝗴𝘢𝗹𝗇𝘰𝘃еlѕ.𝖼𝘰m
After a tense moment, Ricky motioned for Laura to join him in the study for a private conversation. As they left, Dayna looked at Janessa with confusion in her eyes. “Mom, what did they mean by what they just said?” Janessa kept silent, her stare fixed coldly on the staircase above.
In the quiet of the study, Ricky wasted no time locking the door behind them, his gaze sharp when he said to Laura, “What are you playing at p>
Before Laura could reply, Ricky growled, “Are you trying to go against our initial agreement p>
Laura couldn’t help but let out a laugh at his reaction. She settled herself onto the sofa with an easy grace, poured a glass of water, and met his gaze head-on. “Help me this time, and I’ll make sure that old mess stays buried for good p>
“Laura, don’t forget you were involved in that incident, too,” Ricky said.
“All I did was keep Katrina company for a walk in the garden. Nothing more,” Laura said.
“You…” Ricky stared at Laura with dark eyes, his expression fierce as if he were about to rip her apart. But then, something flickered in his expression, and the hostility faded. “You have a point. Our families have stood together for ages. Maybe I should step in to help now that you’re in a bind p>
Laura didn’t miss the shift in his tone. Instinctively, she grew more guarded. “You’ve brought up that past incident, so I have no choice but to help you, right?” Ricky said.
Relief softened Laura’s features. “I have no other option now, Ricky. Help me this time, and I’ll never use that secret against you again p>
After successfully making Ricky agree to help, Laura walked out of the study with a smug expression. She didn’t see the cold, ruthless glint in Ricky’s eyes as he watched her leave.