Chapter 26

Ester observed how the man sat calmly, enjoying his coffee. Meanwhile, she was still grappling with her frustration over Chloe's behavior earlier in the morning. Her hands longed to destroy everything about her lover's wife. How much longer would she have to be patient?

"Why did you come to see me here?" Since her conversation partner had been silent, she decided to speak up. She hadn't even touched the cup of tea in front of her.

"Just visiting the boss who provides me with a stash of money."

Josh chuckled. "Is that all?"

The beautiful woman stared at Josh intently. "Do you... want to make me a pawn at the upcoming birthday party?"

"Of course. I've said it countless times, Ester. You know it very well."

Ester shifted her seating position slightly. Her eyes were still fixed on Josh. "Make me a part of the Grisham family soon."

Josh laughed even more. "Are you... kidding? You already have that opportunity, don't you? Why don't you make good u