Chapter 99

Timothy's eyes narrowed suddenly, sharp with suspicion.

If it were Mabel, she wouldn't have stayed silent on the line.

Could it be Jessica?

Sheila caught the change in Timothy's expression. Truth be told, she'd already guessed it was Jessica.

But Timothy's gaze soon returned to normal. His voice was calm and measured. "There's a restaurant on the third floor. Go ahead and order something-I need to return a call and I'll join you soon."

"Alright."

The moment Sheila stepped out, Timothy pulled out his phone and dialed Jessica.

The call was instantly disconnected.

She still had him blocked.

Timothy wasted no time and called Mabel instead.

She answered right away.

"Is my wife home?"

chores. She'd

I'll go

come home after breakfast

the bedroom door.

open. The room was empty, the bed neatly made-not a trace

was craving those crystal dumplings from Velvet Fork, and went out. I've been busy all day and didn't notice when she left-or if she's come

it really was Jessica

did she borrow your phone? Didn't you tell her to take me off her blocked

But I think she wanted to use that ring that lets her speak,

then used

and if she comes back, let me

that, Timothy ended the

didn't have anything urgent to say.

she just wanted to see what it felt

got herself a new phone instead of borrowing Mabel's all

that thought, Timothy rang up

out today and pick up the latest foldable smartphone. Have it delivered to The Gilded

"For Mrs. Bennett?"

"Yes."

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