"The place Emily took Sam to was a parent-child painting training class. She said something to the teacher, and the teacher quickly agreed to let her bring Sam in.

Outside, Joseph and David were standing guard. Joseph watched Emily's devoted efforts for Sam and couldn't help but feel that Emily truly cared for him.

He immediately sent a message to the boss, editing it as he went.

James was in the midst of negotiations when he saw his phone light up. ...