Chapter 185

Barclay asked, “What’s the matter?”

Barclay adjusted his bathrobe to cover his well–defined eight–pack abs, but the wide neckline was still somewhat low.

Moira tried to divert her gaze, pretending to casually look at him. “I just received a call from your father’s secretary.”

“What did they say?” Barclay turned and walked into the room. Moira hesitated for a moment before reluctantly following him inside.

Moira said, “They said your father wants to see me. Tomorrow at 12:30 pm at the Crescent Coffee House.”

Barclay replied, “No need to pay attention to him.”

Moira nodded. “Actually, I don’t want to see him either.”

“Alright.” Barclay nodded and said, “Is it time for your leg check–up?”

Moira said, “Yes, a follow–up tomorrow.”

Barclay asked, “In the morning?”

Moira nodded. “Yes, morning appointment.”

give me a call. I’ll pick you

in the morning that he

a sound of acknowledgment. “But I have

was planning to have lunch with his wife, replied,

My leg is almost fully recovered.”

responded indifferently and didn’t say anything further.

silent, and Moira felt a bit awkward. “Mr. Covington, should I

didn’t respond immediately and suddenly asked, “Has Alfie contacted

Hearing Barclay mentioned, she realized it had been over a month since she last saw Alfie.

blinked. “No, has

“Yeah,” Barclay replied.

nervous, her gaze becoming cautious. “Did he say anything

cup from the table and took a sip.

mockery flashed in his eyes. When he looked up again, his expression had returned

have to pay attention to him, just let him

She wasn’t afraid of Alfie making Barclay angry and Barclay would

him.

was more afraid of Barclay holding her responsible for it.

colder recently, Barclay had been quite good

mood, he might not hold one accountable even if they bumped into him. But if he was provoked, he would

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