Chapter 1423

The next morning, Elodie's car pulled up outside Sophie and Colby's new place. Sophie was rocking a laid-back, comfy outfit. As Elodie lowered her window, she caught sight of Colby tagging along behind Sophie. "Hey, I thought it was just gonna be us two," Elodie teased. "What's Mr. Colby doing here?"

"I'm playing bodyguard today," Colby replied with a grin.

"Bodyguard, huh?" Elodie gave him a once-over, noticing the outfit change. "Really committing to the role, I see."

Sophie chimed in, "Think of him as Griffin's company. The firm's been quiet lately, so everyone's got some time on their hands."

"Oh, really? But I heard there's still plenty for Mr. Colby to tackle at Costello Corporation. Aren't there meetings about future strategies he should be at?"

Sophie glanced over at Colby, who shrugged it off. "A virtual meeting's still a meeting," he said, unfazed.

In the end, Colby claimed the front seat while Sophie and Elodie settled in the back.

that spot we talked about earlier," Sophie

for his hitman reputation, Griffin's driving was surprisingly

to Elodie, "So, where

do girls do best? Shopping,

Sophie looked a

off with a

scene, I

really? Where?" Elodie

directed Griffin, "Change of plans. Let's hit up Victoria

"Victoria?" Griffin confirmed.

I tried something there once, but not their top service. Let's see what all the fuss is about. Plus, Odie can pick up the tab; he owes me after all the changes I pushed through for the Mintons. A few grand is pocket change for

know how to work a deal. I love that

turned to Griffin, "Alright, let's roll to Victoria,

responded, steering

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