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Chapter 2022
“No,” Rosalynn gathered herself, her voice maintaining its usual tone. “Maybe I didn’t sleep enough last night. Head
to the restaurant first, I’ll be there
soon.”
“Sure, take your time, no rush. Wayne’s voice was incredibly gentle.
Rosalynn heard him and it felt as if a knife was slowly carving into her heart.
The call ended.
“Mike, you’ve been working hard these days. Go home and rest.” Rosalynn paused for a moment. Rest well, it might
be a long while before you get another break.”c2
“Understood.” Mike nodded.
After hesitating for a while, he finally said, “Miss, the Jared Group will always have your back, no matter what
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇthappens, no matter what decision you
make
Rosalynn gave Mike a smile and a nod. Mike then left.
Rosalynn sat in her car. It felt like an invisible hand was choking her.
After calming herself down, she headed to the restaurant where they had agreed to meet.
As soon as she parked the car, she saw Ableson
Deep down, she hoped that the videos Mike found were related to another personality of his
Rosalynn opened the car door, “Ableson.”
As Ableson tumed his head, Rosalynn noticed his sour expression.
“What’s wrong? Where’s the kid?” Rosalynn looked behind him.
“He didn’t show up. President Silverman just called and told me the kid said he would come himself.” Ableson’s face
was stern,
“How could he not show up? Was the address wrong?” Rosalynn asked in a deep voice.
I went to the address given by President Silverman. I called the kid when I got there, but the number President
Silverman gave me does not exist!” Ableson’s forehead furrowed. T’m sure I dialed the number President
Silverman gave me, look…
Ableson showed her the chat history with Wayne. Rosalynn looked down at it.
Without saying a word, she took out her own phone and dialed the number.
Sorry, the number you dialed does not exist….
The midday sun was still quite hot, yet Rosalynn felt as if she had fallen into an icy cave, her teeth chattering from
the cold.
“Madam, are you alright?” Ableson noticed Rosalynn’s pale face and was startled. “Are you feeling unwell?”
“No…” Rosalynn waved her hand. Then she headed straight for the elevator.
Maybe the number was wrong. Didn’t Ableson say that the kid was coming himself?
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThat’s what Rosalynn thought. But her steps quickened.
Ableson, a tall man, had to half-run to keep up.
Once in the elevator, they headed straight for the diner. Coincidentally, Wayne was waiting in the elevator hall.
“Darling” Upon seeing Rosalynn, Wayne hurried over.
“President Silverman Ableson lowered his head like a child who had done something wrong
Wayne glanced at him, clearly a bit annoyed.
“Ableson said he didn’t pick up the kid and the kid is coming by himself?” Rosalynn looked behind Wayne, there was
no one there. Where is he? Has he arrived?”
The next moment felt like an eternity
“He’s not here yet” Wayne pursed his lips, a subconscious action when he was anxious. “He said he would be here
ten minutes ago, now his phone và not answering”
Rosalynn tried to control her trembling hand, “Can you try calling again?”
Wayne nodded in front of Rosalynn, he dialed the number saved as kiddo’
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