Robert came to Eric's office for coffee, mainly because this month’s salary was still nowhere in sight. Donald had diverted all the money, so where would the funds come from?

Eric smiled. "I've already informed the bank. The day after tomorrow, everyone will receive their salaries."

Robert was grateful and wrote another promissory note for Eric. This small amount of money meant nothing to Eric.

Not long after Robert left, Sylvia arrived.

She sat on Eric's lap and sighed, "My mother keeps urging us to have a son. Why isn’t there any sign of a baby yet?"

Now, she wanted a second child.

The Innova Group’s plans were almost complete, so it was time to consider these matters. Having both a son and a daughter was the mark of a true winner.

She also wanted a son.

Didn’t Eric want one too?

He hugged Sylvia. "Take it slow. We’re not that old, and we can’t force these things."

Sylvia nodded repeatedly—she just wanted to talk to Eric about it.

With someone at home to help with Yvette,