Pearl didn't forget that her mission was to find Esther and James. "I have something important to attend to, and I don't have time for a chat," she declared, prepared to leave. "No need to search. Esther is safe," Richard responded with a knowing smile as Pearl turned away.

Turning back around, Pearl inquired, "How do you know who I'm looking for?"

Richard found it rather amusing. "Why do you think I'm here?"

He didn't seem to be joking, so Pearl hesitantly got into the car.

Once the door closed, she found herself momentarily captivated by Richard's eyes. However, after a pause, she asked, "I'd like to know how you found out. Did James text you?"

Since James was new money who had recently returned to the country, Pearl couldn't fathom any connection between them.

respond, but he didn't want to

to Esther, would assist another man in trying to win her over. "Esther is your brother's

casually looked at her.

Pearl couldn't help but ask, "Why did you come all the way here to tell me?" With nothing left between them, she was puzzled by his visit. sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ (ꜰind)ɴʘvel.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ

to say to you," Richard replied, gripping the steering wheel and gazing ahead.

believe her ears and found his apology ridiculous. "Why are

lost

a hint of fatigue was

Pearl recalled that he had been somewhat out of line and had made hurtful comments.

waved dismissively and feigned indifference. "No need to apologize. It's fine. I'm just

"Just listen when I'm apologizing. Don't

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255