Chapter 198
Jessica sat in the back of a cab, texting Ines.
[On my way. I'll be there in about ten minutes.]
[Okay, I'm waiting for you at the hotel entrance.]
Meanwhile, Sheila, knowing Mr. Smith was something of a wine connoisseur- with a special appreciation for rare vintages—had arranged for the delivery of two bottles of top-tier wine, aged nearly forty years.
Just then, her phone rang. It was the courier from the vineyard.
Sheila decided she'd meet the courier herself and told him to wait outside The Silverthread Eatery.
As she stepped out to the restaurant's entrance, she was surprised to spot Ines there.
Ines was glancing around, clearly waiting for someone.
what Mr. Smith had said earlier he had two very important friends coming.
was only one logical conclusion: his two important friends were Ines
Sheila's expression darkened.
forced herself to move forward, feigning
seeing Sheila, smiled pleasantly.
"Timothy and Director Smith have been friends for ages. Timothy picked Mr. Smith up from the airport this time, and he invited a few friends to join them for dinner. I know Mr. Smith as
I see. I'm here to
Howard?" the courier approached, carrying
that's me. Thank you," Sheila replied, taking the case
to Ines. "I just came down to pick up some wine. Since you're here for Mr. Smith as well, shall we
said, glancing at her
smiled and nodded. "Alright, I'll
The Silverthread Eatery
answered immediately, recognizing her
out? I wanted you to stay
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