Chapter 298 Nicole Is Back

The voice sounded familiar. Jarrod's eyes welled up with instant crimson.

With his palms pressed to the ground, Jarrod struggled to rise and clasp the woman in his arms.

But at that very moment, the woman in black high heels planted her foot on the back of Jarrod's hand.

Her voice, as frigid as ice, cut through the air. "Look at yourself."

Then, she paused, twisting her high heel on the back of Jarrod's hand as if seeking to pierce his palm. "You resemble a stray dog now!"

With those words, she sauntered away in her black high heels.

"Nicole!" In the end, Jarrod managed to cry out her name. "Don't abandon me!"

His mouth was tinged with blood, his voice raw and ragged.

The blue luxury car's taillight flickered before him, casting a more pitiful shadow upon him.

"Stay." His plea was engulfed by the car's roaring departure. "Please don't leave

me...

Tears welled up in Jarrod's eyes and streamed down his cheeks as he screamed into the wind.

Yet, there was no response.

Not until Alec arrived.

For the remainder of the night, Alec drove Jarrod all over Ardlens in a relentless quest for Nicole.

The following morning, the sun graced the horizon with its presence.

Alec hesitated before speaking. "Mr. Schultz, you must be suffering from a hangover after all that drinking. Perhaps some medication will help you feel

better."

In truth, Alec suspected that Jarrod might have had a hallucination during his binge drinking. After all, Nicole had been gone for five long years.

Jarrod sat in the rear seat, his black shirt smudged with mud, his handsome countenance overtaken by an unmistakable disappointment.

Gazing at the bloody stain on the back of his hand, he insisted, "I'm certain

she's returned."

Hearing those words, Alec continued to harbor doubts about Jarrod's perception. If Nicole were truly alive, then who was the lifeless body resting in Jarrod's residence?

that unsettling line

her

in the driver's seat. "Erick,

you a ride

in a somber mood, and a small cut marred

Raegan inquired with curiosity, "What happened, Erick? Did

had a little accident,"

still concerned, asked, "How could you be

in the corner of his mouth.

that thought and turned his attention to Raegan. "How's everything been with that man lately? Has he been

Mitchel, Raegan nodded

with Mitchel wasn't much of a challenge for Raegan, aside from the occasional moodiness. In any case, a month would pass by swiftly, and she didn't think Mitchel would take back his promise. After one month, once the divorce

Erick couldn't help but worry for Raegan. He vividly remembered the scene when Raegan lay lifeless in the

Raegan since she was the youngest member of the Foster family. While she should have been the family's cherished and spoiled member, Raegan had endured considerable hardship due

late mother's unfinished work, Erick would never have allowed Raegan to come

what about I help you find a lawyer? Just because the Dixon Group's legal team is formidable

it came to the lawsuit, it

Raegan had thoroughly researched the Dixon Group's legal team,

protracted legal process left Raegan feeling as if she were walking on eggshells. She had no recollection of Mitchel anymore, but legally, she was

to give it a shot. If it doesn't work out, I'll heed your

If you ever need anything, don't hesitate to reach out, okay?" Erick assured

Erick.

to exit the car, a thought crossed her mind. "Do you happen to know any eligible bachelors? I'm thinking of setting Elin up on

you mean?" Erick asked,

to know anyone suitable, you

finding a potential date?" Erick inquired,

"I mentioned it once, and she didn't object

her imagination, but she sensed a somewhat displeased expression on Erick's face. Simultaneously,

should refrain

matters.

Raegan couldn't shake her concern that if Dayton

might be no one

crossed her mind, and she turned to Erick. "Has Stefan returned from his business

Clifford, Erick's longtime friend and classmate, had recently come back from his travels. Stefan was not only wealthy but also

into her own hands and

got back yesterday. Why the sudden interest in Stefan?" Erick

"Oh, no particular

she turned away, her

retrieved her phone from her pocket and sent a message to Stefan. "Hi,

came from the other end. "Nope." "What's up?"

two consecutive texts.

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