A deal with the devil

Chapter 167

suddenly, Shirley’s phone rang again. This time, the caller I showed an unknown number. She let it ring, before picking it up. “Hello?

“It’s me.” Samuel’s voice came through the speaker

Hearing his voice after so long caused Shirley’s body to tense up uncontrollably. It took her a few moments to compose herself enough to speak

Samuel’s voice brought back memories of their disastrous wedding that had become the talk of the town. It had only been a month, but it felt like a distant event from another era

Samuel stood on the 65th floor, gazing down at the bustling city below. He spoke softly, “Shirley, the Mendosa couple are in Elderstone and they’ve mentioned you several times. They want to see you again.”

Shirley remained silent for a long moment.

Samor pressed on, “It’s just a casual meal. It’s nothing to worry about. It won’t take long, and it won’t cause any trouble.”

Shirley was silent.

couple that we’re no longer together, so

did not

say something.”

while, her voice came through again, cold and distant.

not because of

Shirley the location as soon as she replied Without saying a word, Shirley ended the call abruptly. But

atestament to how nervous he had been during

thought–she agreed to come. His reflection on the floor–to–ceiling window showed just how elated he was, almost childlike in excitement.

three minutes to gather her thoughts and get out of bed. She walked slowly toward the bathroom, taking one

a time.

Shirley stood in front of the mirror, satisfied with her appearance. She applied her lipstick and thought to herself that overthinking was pointless. It was better to simply

it was best to let things unfold naturally. As for Benjamin’s

be leaving soon. However, she received no reply from him. Taking a deep breath, Shirley grabbed her bag