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"Tell me everything about Deric," Caraline said.

Jeremy, Jonathan, and James were shocked when they heard Caraline's words. The three brothers turned to each other, silent for a while.

Caraline rolled her eyes. "I didn't invite you to see your annoying behavior. If you want me to invest my money in your company, answer my questions honestly, and don't waste my time any longer."

"We understand," said Jeremy, "Where do you want us to start?"

"Whatever," Caraline snapped, looking away. "You can say whatever you want as long as I need to hear it. I won't cut you off."

Jeremy still wore a forced smile. He didn't understand Caraline's way of thinking. Why would she do this for Deric? Was Deric really that important to her?

"I'll start with him and his mother coming to our family."

Caraline changed her sitting position slightly. Her hand began to press the recording button on her phone. She didn't want to miss even the slightest bit of information.

"Our mother died when we were in elementary