She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 585:

After Frederick had found out, the gossip had spread among their group. Naturally, their captain had heard as well. Given recent events, he was aware of everything.

“For real?” Josiah’s eyes lit up with a flicker of hope.

Freya nodded. “Yes.”

That one word seemed to lift a weight from Josiah’s shoulders, and he finally settled into the game.

Although he didn’t have many pieces left, he lasted several dozen moves before Freya claimed victory.

“Let’s go another round,” Josiah said with a newfound cheeriness.

Freya smiled and agreed without hesitation.

In the past, playing with Josiah had demanded her full attention. But that last game had been an easy win, given how distracted he’d been.

they both brought their focus, and over

never about winning. Whether with Lionel or Josiah, Freya always aimed for an

game ended, Josiah glanced at the clock.

what had become of Ellis. It was almost noon, yet he

want to go have a firm word with

for them to

More 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝓲𝓷 gⲁ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⧽ⅽ𝗈𝗺

catching him checking the time repeatedly and worrying she

half-truthfully, “Someone was supposed to visit today, but it’s getting late.

call and check for you?” Freya offered

Ellis might be nearby. She believed their meeting was scheduled

“Let’s talk about you. Did you come here today for something else?” He’d noticed

play chess and keep him company, she came empty-handed. So,

knew Josiah was sharp. Still, she