Enchanted Nightfall: Falling for Destiny

Chapter 22

She took a subtle step back, “Like I’d tell you the debt he owes me. Even if I told you, could you pay it off on his behalf?”

Franklin found the situation intriguing and asked, “Well, that depends. What’s the nature of this debt? Let’s hear it.”

A smile crossed Quintessa’s lips, “For instance, imagine a guy who sleeps with someone, sneaks away at dawn without a word, not even bothering to pay for the hotel room, and on top of that, has the nerve to swipe their date’s cell phone. Can you manage that kind of debt?”

That was a lot to take in. Franklin suddenly felt overwhelmed by the audacity of it all. This was something he definitely could not handle.

Rubbing his nose, Franklin inquired, “Are you sure you’re talking about the Mr. York?”

Quintessa retorted, “Who else would be such a scumbag? You?”

Quintessa. She was fierce. But he was genuinely curious about her accusation. Was Tyrone that strapped for cash? To

Franklin said, “I’m

cover the room

go

Dutch.

“James, this lady’s looking for Mr. York.”

away upon seeing Quintessa, was out of luck sold out by his

in his tracks, James slowly turned to face Quintessa’s piercing eyes. Quintessa raised her hand, beckoning James with a curl of her delicate, nail–polished finger.

“Ms. Quintessa

bit uneasy around Quintessa. He didn’t dislike her, but she definitely

must hold a special place

“Mr. York’s in a

“His meeting is none of my concern. I’m here to

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but found it impossible against Quintessa’s will, “Please don’t put me