Chapter 1356:

Jessica dodged the question. “Can you shake it?”

“I can.”

“Do it then.”

“Got it.” Melvin nodded and began weaving through the streets, timing the traffic lights perfectly.

At an intersection, he sped up at just the right moment, losing the car behind them.

Once they were clear, he glanced at her. “Why were they following you?”

“It’s… a long story,” Jessica mumbled, scrambling for an excuse.

Melvin didn’t push, keeping his eyes on the road, his focus steady.

searching for something to

again. It was

and texted, “I’m busy.

reply came quickly. “What, am I that embarrassing? I’ve got the license plate of that car you’re in. One call and I’ll know who’s

him on the phone. I need to have a word with


“He’s

chatting while driving was a bad idea, so he changed tactics. “You moved a ton of suitcases.

Jessica answered simply, “Yeah.”

you headed? Share the address, and I’ll have

earnestly, “No need to check. It’s a safe place. You and Mom should just enjoy your time together. I’m twenty-eight and can handle things

to keep Roland in check. She didn’t want her dad meddling in her plans. With that done, she let out a soft sigh

“Melvin,” she called.

content

“Yeah?” Melvin replied.

your car?” she asked,

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