Chapter 69

Timothy’s jaw was set, his expression tense as he guided me through the bustling. streets towards a nearby café. The bell above the door jingled as we stepped inside, and the pleasant aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air. The dimly lit interior offered a welcome respite from the chaos outside.

He pulled me into the family bathroom and locked the door before rushing to the sink. I stood to the side, peeling at the film of milk that had begun to crust on my wrist.

Moments later, Timothy turned to me with a handful of damp paper towels. He handed them to me, his gaze softening as he met my eyes. “I’m sorry about all of this, Evie.”

I dabbed at my face with the cloth, grateful for the gesture. “It’s not your fault, Timothy. People can be unpredictable.”

The café restroom offered, some comfort from the chaos outside. Timothy was desperate to help me, even offering to wash out my hair. Duke was determined to help as well, licking remnants of the shake from my fingertips

I turned off the faucet, and Timothy handed me a paper towel. I met his eyes in the mirror, fiercely embarrassed. “I’m sorry about all of this, Timothy.”

He smiled, his expression warm. “You don’t have anything to apologize for, Evie. It’s not your fault.”

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, my clothes were relatively clean, and I let out a tired exhale. Timothy discarded the soiled paper towels in the trash and. turned to me, his gaze steady and understanding.

“Are you okay, Evie?” he asked softly.

I appreciated his sympathy, but the weight of another matter tugged at my conscience. It was time to come clean about my unintentional slip of information to María, the woman I had mistaken for a homeless stranger.

“Timothy, there’s something I need to tell you,” I began, my voice tinged with guilt.

He looked at me, his expression curious but open. “What is it?”

I took a deep breath, gathering my thoughts. “Earlier, when I was leaving the firm, I

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ran into a woman who appeared to be homeless and in need. I wanted to help her, so I offered to take her out for dinner.”

Timothy’s brow furrowed in concern. “That’s kind of you, Evie.”

I nodded, my gaze dropping to the floor. “The thing is, during our conversation, I accidentally revealed some information about you about our working relationship, the case, and everything that’s been going on.”

moment of silence, and I dared to look up at Timothy, expecting to see frustration or disappointment. Instead, I found

were trying to help

you for that.”

aback by

not upset. You

veins. I had feared that my unintentional slip would have dire consequences, but Timothy’s understanding

Timothy,” I said sincerely. “I was worried you’d

me.”

softly. “Evie, you’re naturally sweet. I wouldn’t be disappointed in you for trying to help someone,

words settled in, I felt a warmth spreading within me. “I appreciate

the café, the bustling ambiance seemed less overwhelming now. Timothy guided us to a table

the earlier chaos, and I couldn’t help

The aroma was comforting, the steam rising from the cups like a soothing embrace. I watched as Timothy stirred in a bit of sugar, his movements deliberate and

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exciting day in the sun. At least he didn’t get splashed with å milkshake, although I’m sure he would

from his cup, meeting my gaze. “So, how are

of the coffee cup. “Better, now that I’m away from all

they get crazier by the year. I’ve never seen them throw stuff at the other

on my drink. “Oh.” I said, my voice tinged with a hint

softly, his gaze never

deep that statement was meant to go.

his lips. “More often than I’d like. but you get used to it. Thankfully,

I gave him a playful kick under the table. This made him

our coffee, the tension long gone in exchange for laughs. I watched as Timothy picked up a menu and glanced at the options,

food. You hungry?” he asked,

moment before nodding, “Yeah, I

order something. Might as well make the most of

and placed our orders, the conversation continued with ease. The warmth of the café and the gentle hum of conversation around us created a sense of intimacy, as if we were

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