A Journey from Bitterness to Truth

Chapter 159

“Really?” Criss squinted, trying to gauge any hint of discomfort on her face, but Matlida delivered her line with such smoothness that there wasn’t even a hint of awkwardness.

Sheesh, women are as mysterious as the ocean’s depths!

Criss unfolded his legs and propped his chin lazily. “What’s taking your friend so long? Shoot her the diner’s address and tell her to start getting dolled up.”

“Probably tied up with something.”

As Declan’s personal assistant, Chloe had to be available for him at the drop of a dime, which meant her hours were anything but typical. Even though it was the weekend, she might still be caught up helping Declan with work matters.

“No way Declan’s working her to the bone on a weekend. Doesn’t the guy ever take a break?” Criss tapped his fingers on the table. “Give her a ring: at least let her know.”

Matilda figured it was a good idea, so she casually dialed Chloe’s number. But as soon as the call connected, a faint groan came through the line.

“Chloe, where are you? You

no reply, just a man’s cold

dazed. It wasn’t like Chloe to be unresponsive: she was usually upbeat

spiked. She didn’t bother with the menu any longer and stood

Matilda’s heart raced with worry. “I’m afraid something’s

It’s not like her to not

in a hurry, clutching their cell phones. They flagged down a cab outside the mall, and Matilda gave the driver the name of an

wha” Cric

a nice place, huh?” Criss remarked when he heard the address. “Is it her own, or did Declan set her up

hers,” Matilda replied vaguely, unsure whether Declan would be at

powerful background, Matilda

arriving at Chloe’s doorstep, they encountered another man.

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