Chapter 745:

After finishing work, Jareth made it a habit to walk her to her new residence. The apartment building stood in the middle of a wealthy neighborhood, where life seemed slower and the people moved unhurriedly.

“Alice, this is where I’ll leave you,” Jareth said, halting at the front door but choosing not to step inside. Without clear instructions from Verruckt, he didn’t dare cross the threshold.

“If there’s anything you need for your day-to-day living, don’t hesitate to ask,” he offered.

“You’re very thoughtful, Mr. Williamson,” Allison replied with a polite tone. “I feel guilty troubling you.”

Jareth’s reply carried a subtle undertone. “It’s no trouble at all. After all, you’re staying in Mr. Shaw’s home now. Helping you is like helping him. Besides, I might call on you for a favor one day.”

I appreciate it, Mr. Williamson,” Allison said, acting as though she hadn’t caught the underlying message in his words. “Oh, by the way,” Allison began, her tone casual, “I’m thinking of inviting Mr. Shaw over for dinner later. Is there a supermarket nearby

need?” he asked smoothly. “I can arrange

a quiet assurance. It felt as though he could make even the

had been

Allison said quickly, waving her hand dismissively. “I’d rather do

his pocket, Jareth handed it to her. “In that case, use this,” he said. “Mr. Shaw is

said with

went their separate ways, the sun had nearly set. A soft amber light streamed through the windows, bathing the interior in its

were painted a pale gray, and the furniture was stark and angular, as precise as the calculations in a scientist’s notebook. Even the golden hues of

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