Chapter 139 The Villa

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Transportation to Taragon University was very convenient. There was a bus stop right outside that could take you there in just four minutes.

While moderately sized, the two–storied villa provided ample room for her to live alone.

It was well–equipped with all essential amenities and featured an appealing decor style.

However, Isabelle’s main issue with the villa was its location in a busy area, surrounded by major roads, a nearby park, a shopping mall, and even an overpass view.

The ongoing hustle and bustle, constant traffic, and bright lights posed challenges for activities that require privacy, such as discreetly disposing of a body.

“Do you like it?” George Harris asked.

“It’s nice, but not very convenient, Isabelle responded.

George pressed on. “How so? Is it transportation or something else?”

As they stood on the second floor, Isabelle looked out the window at the bustling streets below. She turned to George with a smile when she heard his question, but remained silent, just giving him a look.

Dylan, who was standing beside them, sensed the tension.

Although Isabelle had not explicitly expressed her dissatisfaction, George could tell she was not pleased with the villa.

“If you don’t like it, I have several other properties nearby that we could look at,” George offered.

“You’re getting better at lying, Mr. George. You only bought this villa this morning.” Dylan murmured to himself.

Isabelle had already inspected the other properties nearby, all of which were similar.

of a body, the presence of many people might deter her adversary.

this

“Yes,” Isabelle confirmed.

suggested, “Should we head out for dinner now?”

the offer and quickly

already bought this villa, Mr. Harris. There’s no need for you to keep looking

card but did not take it.

contains ten times the compensation that Erin’s father paid to Isabelle yesterday, totaling over

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didn’t visit often. We can keep in touch by phone if

that no one can eavesdrop

was pretty sure George’s phone

by phone would be much safer for

to accept the card and asked, “Miss Jenkins, are you trying to distance yourself

his house, gave him a watch, and the

him to reduce their interactions.

“How ruthless.”

a question,

if I might ask, aren’t you and Mr.

concerned for Mr. Harris’s safety. He has been tremendously helpful, and I value that.”

on George, softening his features. “So, this is for my safety. I misunderstood, Miss

Do you actually

battlefield flashed through Dylan’s mind, prompting him to nod assertively: I believe it!

their hands briefly touched,

George noted, “Since my dear Miss Jenkins is

villa

you’re free to cause as much trouble as you wish in Taragon City, George continued, “If you ever need me, just ring me up any time. I can look after myself, and if you need me, I can

regarded him

reclaimed the card

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