Right Person, Wrong Time

Chapter 1414 Strangely Happy

Nicole could only watch in exasperated amusement as the pair departed before turning her gaze toward Chloe.

The two women exchanged a knowing smile as Chloe assisted Nicole in her amble toward the apartment.

Meanwhile, Wendy returned to the hotel, arriving just in time to see Colton waiting for them by the elevator door.

"Why are you standing here, Colton? Although it's true that we've booked the entire floor, your presence here could easily lead to misunderstandings."

Wendy looked at her brother with a hint of disdain. She had returned punctually, so why was he waiting for her with that look on his face?

"Don't worry about it. I need to discuss something with Beryl. So, stay in your room unless it's urgent."

Colton shot a glance at Wendy. Even though she appeared contemptuous, he could still tell she was in high spirits today.

Since the trip had clearly been good for her, she should behave now. After all, the upcoming days were fraught with danger.

She would undoubtedly get into trouble if she were sent back to the country without his supervision right now. The thought of her disappearing to who knows where was something he didn't even want to think about.

"Fine."

him instruct

to an outing. She knew how to appreciate that kindness as she knew that Beryl

obediently retreated to her room. As she stared at the now

she known this would be the

very least, she had finally discovered the misunderstanding

she whisked out her phone and began to text

glanced at Beryl, and the two silently

room was as dim as usual, with the computer screen on the desk serving as the only source of

by Colton's living conditions, promptly switched on the light. Then,

side-eyed Beryl before deciding to ignore his comment. Instead, he began to speak in a solemn tone. "Kendrick has started to act, but I

astonished by this piece of information as

me take

straightened up, scrutinizing the messages on the

now as we're

data on