Chapter 1653:

On a weekday morning, Elissa received an unexpected message from Robin.

“Elissa, you left some things at home. When’s a good time for me to drop them off?”

What things? She wracked her brain but couldn’t remember leaving anything behind.

“Not necessary. You can just toss them.”

Robin texted back almost instantly. “It’s your manuscript and a few of your design books. Are you sure you want me to throw them out?”

That gave her pause. Those were definitely not trash-worthy.

She thought it over and replied, “Alright. I’m usually free around noon.” Evenings were impossible—she had to be with Locke and Ernest then.

“Alright. See you at noon.”

at a restaurant near Elissa’s office during

out a chair and sat down briskly. “So, where are

on the seat beside

lifting the lid to check. Her manuscript, a few dog-eared design books—it was

this mean you’re


hesitated for a

history, sharing a meal wasn’t exactly

done her a favor—she couldn’t just grab the box and

anyway, she

an amused smile. “Then

fresh updates

replied, settling in despite

meal, Elissa’s phone buzzed. She glanced at the

had heard about Elissa’s mother being hospitalized

you going to see her?”

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