More Than A Favor

Chapter 144

“I didn’t,” he said quickly, his tone casual.

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I raised an eyebrow. “Then why would you come knocking if you didn’t know I was here?”

He moved the chopped vegetables onto a plate, pausing briefly before answering. “The old lady downstairs told me. She said my girlfriend was home.”

I was speechless for a moment. The playful way he said “girlfriend” left me flustered,

I sipped my tea, choosing not to respond. Instead, I continued watching him work, admiring his skill.

Ashton turned to look at me, his gaze curious. “Why are you so suspicious?”

I smiled faintly. “I think… you’ve been following me.”

“What?” His brows furrowed in confusion.

“I’m joking,” I said quickly, waving off his concern. “I know you don’t have that much free time.”

the living

eyelids grow

captured by the bald man. He loomed over me, his face twisted with malice as he repeatedly thrust a knife into me. I shook

“Elaine!”

“Elaine, wake up!”

Ashton’s hands on my shoulders, steadying me. His face was filled with concern.

have a nightmare?”

the dream lingered in my mind. Gripping Ashton’s hands tightly, I blurted out, “The bald

brows furrowed. “How do

said, my grip on his

darkened. “Elaine, this is my personal matter. Don’t

mouth to argue, but Ashton’s

is dangerous,” he continued. “Promise me you

to nod. The words I wanted

fingers brushing against my forehead to wipe away the sweat.

I grabbed his hand. “Be

said softly,

adjusting my position on the couch, Ashton patted my head gently, his touch soothing the lingering fear

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