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.

potentially benefit her. When it came time to dispose of a body, the presence 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 was not

this place?”

“Yes,” Isabelle confirmed.

watch, George suggested, “Should we head out

offer and quickly saw him off.

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

the bank card but did not take

ten times the compensation that Erin’s father paid to

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visit often. We can keep in touch by phone if necessary, Isabelle

phone has been modified so that no one can

was pretty sure George’s phone was

be much

the card and asked, “Miss Jenkins, are you

his house, gave him a watch, and the two

to

“How

question, “Mis

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

concerned for Mr. Harris’s safety. He

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

you actually believe that?

Isabelle leading on a battlefield flashed through Dylan’s mind, prompting him to nod

their hands briefly touched, exchanging

noted, “Since my dear Miss Jenkins is so thoughtful, she should also keep this

villa

George continued, “If you ever need me, just ring me up any time. I can look after myself, and if you

regarded him

reclaimed the card and said, “Look after yourself.”

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