Chapter 654 Just in Time

After that response, Leanna kept quiet and held onto her glass of water.

Then, Joseph glanced at the bench and asked her, "Do you mind if I sit here?"

"Please, sit," she replied. "It is meant for public use, after all."

Before sitting down, he straightened his outfit. "You are a jewelry designer. I trust you are very familiar with all the pieces exhibited today?"

"You flatter me. There are plenty I have never seen before." Then, she asked, "Has your car been repaired?"

"The repairs are completed," he answered. "It is only a bit of paint. It's nothing much. Please do not be so worried about it."

After a brief pause, Leanna abruptly asked, "I remember you once mentioned you returned to Highside because you heard something had happened in Jamesdon. Have you found the information you were looking for?"

Joseph had likely not expected her to be so frank as he froze briefly before chuckling. "Your words seem to hint at a specific question."

"I don't think there's a need to beat around the bush," she stated. "You and I both know who is involved in the Jamesdon incident. Since you are here specifically for that reason, I believe I need to be clear with my questions."

I came to Highside because I wanted to know what was happening. Now, I have a pretty good idea of what happened and the answers to my questions. Don't worry, though. I didn't come to Highside to target the Pearson Group or do anything to Aidan. I had been keeping an eye on the development in this city, so I seized the chance to get a few business deals done. The few projects I'm working on are wrapping up soon, so

Leanna pursed her lips. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to sound like I'm

of strangers after what you've been through. That's normal. My only concern about leaving the city is Charlotte. She's unwilling to return to Jamesdon, so I'll have to trouble

while. Suddenly, the chatter coming from the people

stood up to see what was happening. The moment she walked near the

that on purpose, but that girl still fell for it. After all, Tina is so high in the social hierarchy that even Daphne has

be a true fan of Daphne. She's so bold. No one else would have

I do admire Daphne. I wish I had a fan who would defend

the two gossiping women. They were celebrities who might not be very popular but would be frequently seen in the major film productions of the year. Charlotte must be the girl they're referring to. So, she picked up the pace and entered the

voice soaring above the crowd's chatter. "People are still debating about

of person. You're... You're just—" She racked her brain

you feel, but I really am not jealous of her over this. Even as a fan, you should know what's right

to the center of the commotion. She pulled Charlotte aside and coldly said to

back, "You can't say that. I was just talking to my friend. She barged into our conversation and insisted on arguing with me. Also, I feel quite embarrassed to be doing this in public. How can you say I'm giving

take a day off just to come here and gossip with your friend

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