Resurrecting the Genius Within

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 many people might deter her adversary. She would be visible while they lurked in the shadows. The location inadvertently offered her a strategic advantage, though it

about this

“Yes,” Isabelle confirmed.

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

politely declined the offer and quickly saw

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

looked at the bank 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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139 The Villa

Mr. Harris, it would be better if you didn’t visit often.

has been modified so that no one can eavesdrop

sure George’s phone was too.

would be much safer for him.

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

called him to help at school, accepted his house, gave

to reduce their

remarked, “How ruthless.”

question,

I might ask, aren’t you and Mr. Harris friends? Why

about distancing myself. I’m concerned for Mr. Harris’s safety. He has been tremendously helpful, and

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

you actually believe that?

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

back towards Isabelle, their hands briefly touched, exchanging a moment of delicacy and

Miss Jenkins is so thoughtful, she should also keep

villa

need me, just ring me up any time. I can look after myself, and if you need me, I

him thoughtfully.

brief pause, she reclaimed the card and said, “Look after