Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 207

Chapter 207 Edwin nodded his agreement, then hurried to match Sylvia's pace.

When Rupert turned around, Warren gave him a light smile.

"Rupert, thanks for dropping by. I feel like I've got a new lease on life now."

Rupert glanced at Warren, a sharp look passing briefly in his eyes. "Oh? Save that energy for when you really need it.'

Warren's smile faded as he watched Rupert walk away, his expression unreadable.

...

Sylvia followed Edwin downstairs, where he took a call, responding with a few noncommittal hums.

Then he turned to Sylvia with a troubled look. "Sylvia, I'll have my driver take you home. I need to swing by the office to grab some documents."

"No need, Edwin, I've already called an Uber."

Sylvia remembered Naomi was waiting for her at home, and getting a ride in their neighborhood could take forever, so she declined his offer.

"You're always too considerate of others."

"Edwin, your ride's here. You better get going, or my mom will start complaining about your late nights again." Sylvia nudged him towards the car.

"I'll grab some takeout for her on the way back. That'll cheer her up," Edwin said with a chuckle. "Yeah, yeah, you two are just too sweet."

the car door and

she checked her phone - the

her. The window

"Get in."

My ride's on the way. You can

tone was indifferent, almost dismissive, as she turned and walked

up, cutting through her like a knife. She huddled into her jacket, trying to soak up whatever

Thud!

of hurried

behind

could

react, her jacket was

and tossed into a

around, anger flashing

"Rupert, what the hell!"

this good?"

"What... Achoo!"

her nose, too annoyed for

it Warren he had

notice Warren hold

"Come here." Rupert gestured.

"I'm fine... Achoo!"

Without waiting for

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