Chasing His Runaway Wife by Jamie Stones

Chapter 84

Soon, it was the day of Emmanuel’s discharge, and Tabitha arrived at the hospital as scheduled.

Emmanuel indeed lived in a very remote location, on Greenview Road in the suburbs.

After they arrived at his residence, an exceptionally beautiful woman opened the door from the inside. She looked gentle and refined, but there seemed to be a constant hint of worry in her countenance.

A faint smile appeared on her face when she saw Emmanuel’s return. “You’re back, Manny.”

Emmanuel introduced Tabitha to Lorelai. “Mother, this is Tabitha Jarvis.”

Lorelai’s attitude became a bit more enthusiastic. “Ah, hello, Tabby. Quick, come in and have a seat.”

Emmanuel’s home was not really large and was furnished rather simply. Nonetheless, it was remarkably clean, and not a single speck of dust could be seen.

Tabitha noticed dozens of pots of green succulents arranged on the balcony, each one well cared for and thriving. She reflexively praised, “These succulents are really well taken care of.”

Lorelai smiled lightly. “I have a pollen allergy. Manny occasionally buys a pot for me, and over time, they’ve accumulated.”

Tabitha lowered her eyes, thinking, ‘Her pollen allergy is true, and so is her love for growing succulents. Looks like most of what Emmanuel said is credible.

At noon, Lorelai invited Tabitha to stay for lunch and prepared a simple table of dishes, creating a relatively harmonious atmosphere.

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in his ribs and said apologetically, “Sorry, I’m still feeling rather unwell.

a

apologies repeatedly, before personally escorting the latter to the main

the balcony of the second floor, watching as Tabitha boarded a taxi,

Lorelai knocked forcefully on

the door. “What

He’s back!” Scared out of

after turning around, and he was staring at her with an exceedingly menacing expression. His

“I’ll handle it. You

was well aware of the latter’s every move. In fact, Emmanuel knew that Jayden had followed him and Tabitha to the suburbs just now. He simply chose not to expose Jayden and instead decided to

down. The toll is an automatic card–swiping system without manned personnel… If Jayden chooses to make a move here,

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Lorelai breathed a slight sigh

had anticipated, the taxi Tabitha was in soon reached the

his card when Tabitha suddenly felt something churn in her stomach. She hurriedly said to the driver, “Sorry, I feel nauseous from motion sickness. Could you please

did the driver unlock the

of the car and made a beeline to the roadside before. bending over to puke

a fisherman’s hat and a mask, making it hard to see his face clearly. Regardless, judging

in her heart. While running toward the taxi, she whipped out her phone in a panic. But she had only taken a few steps when that man reached her. He held a small

eyes were full of hostility, making it evident that he was someone who had experienced the darker side of society and had taken lives before. His voice sounded older and hoarse, like a knife

were holding the phone tightened, and she hurriedly concealed her hand behind her back.