Goodbye, Mr. Regret

Chapter 574

Chapter 574

"Fame always brings its share of trouble," Vince said, his tone grave. "Since this all started because of Jessy, I can't help but worry about her safety."

"You've got a point," Yates agreed, nodding. "It's just one film, but she's clearly on the verge of a breakthrough. It's not impossible someone might be jealous. Looking deeper into this is the right call."

Just then, Vince's phone rang. It was the property management office.

"Mr. Zimmerman, the police just contacted us. Someone's reported the incident, and they're coming to conduct a thorough investigation."

The woman on the other end sounded anxious. A police investigation meant construction would stop, and they were desperate to stay on schedule.

"With something this serious, it's only natural the police would get involved," Vince replied.

"The injured man is your brother-in-law. Is there any way we could settle this privately? The management would make sure you're satisfied with how we handle

it."

the police," Vince said coolly, "so it was likely

Vince felt it was better this way-with the police involved,

Zimmerman? This is your family's ancestral estate. If all

learn from your mistakes, and manage this place better so

"...I'm sorry."

fell silent, not daring

the call, his mood soured. This kind of management

trying to do his job and keep the higher-ups off his back. He

it had been Jessy who got hurt today?" Vince shot back, his voice tight with worry. "With her condition, do you really think she'd have survived something like this? I can't just sweep this under the rug and move on. Not until we know exactly what

"...Sorry."

thought. How do you have the nerve to say you want to pursue her? You talk about fair competition with Timothy, but you won't

words landed like a punch

he suddenly so interested in

everything for Jessy the way Timothy had. Was this just stubborn pride? Was it because, as kids, Jessy had always liked Timothy more—and then, as

was it simply pity he felt for her, and not real love

Yates admitted

gates of Zimmerman Manor, Yates considered. going inside