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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