Two Times The Charm Novel (Clara and Emmett)

Chapter 212

Right after Clara hung up the phone, she dialed Elio’s number immediately. But, the phone kept ringing, with no one answering.

So, she sent him a text, then put her phone down and went back to work

At lunchtime, Ricardo and Emmett strolled into the office together.

Ricardo dropped some documents on her desk and then left. Emmett, on the other hand, plopped right down on the sofa in her office. “Your old man did go to the casino”

Clara blinked, then lowered her head. Every time her dad was brought up, she felt a pang of guilt. In front of Emmett, she felt like she would ever feel ashamed because of her dad.

Tm sorry about the trouble my dad’s caused you.”

“What are you apologizing for? Emmett arched an eyebrow. “I didn’t tell you all this to make a fuss. I’m trying to tell you… I had a buddy of mine keep your dad busy”

looked at him, “Did he stir up trouble

friend hold him there: Emmett smiled. “He likes the casino, right? Then Ill make sure he can never leave that casino for the rest of

you

dad thought he could borrow money from you again, but my friend

dollars as a handyman?! He’ll

won’t! So, he won’t disturb

but she was afraid her dad would spill the beans and

they won’t make him do any heavy labor at his age. He won’t have to pay for food or drinks at the casino, just has to work! I think it’s a good

mind was on

you miss him, you can visit anytime.”

want to see him.” If she could, she

other than threatening her for money and pushing her

that you have a husband, let me handle these trivial matters! You

at him, Clara felt a deep sense of