Rachel’s face brightened with a smile. Lucas then lowered his voice and added, “I’m nearing retirement. You and Brady should offer Dave more support. He’s young and has a lot to learn.”

It quickly became clear to Rachel and Brady that Lucas was planning to pass the company to Dave.

Rachel glanced at the clock, her brow furrowing. “Dad, where are my brothers? They should be here by now.”

Lucas shrugged, sounding annoyed. “They said they were busy. Honestly, I don’t care.”

Rachel nodded, clearly upset. She was disappointed that her brothers hadn’t shown up to Dave’s engagement party, an event Lucas had worked so hard to prepare for.

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