The family members all agreed.

With the seal now in the possession of Wesley, the likelihood of reclaiming the garment department seemed slim.

Consequently, they were obliged to seek alternative avenues.

If a superior partnership could be established through the chess tournament, reliance on Debra or Wesley would become redundant.

The future would no longer necessitate pandering to them.

"Mom, your shrewdness is unparalleled," complimented Maria.

Baxter, ...