Domenic massaged his forehead and said, “Okay, I’ll be there.


    ”


    After leaving the courthouse, Reece hailed a taxi to the airport.


    As he made his way to the arrival section, he nced at his wristwatch.


    He had been waiting for over half an hour, well beyond the ne’s scheduled Landing.


    Yet, he saw no sign of her.


    Reece whipped out his phone and punched in a number.


    Following a few rings, someone answered on the other end.


    “Hi, Reece.


    ”


    “Hey Carole, I’m here at the airport waiting to pick you up.


    Are you out yet? Why didn’t I see you?” Reece stretched up on his toes and looked inside.


    But on the phone, a gentle female voice replied casually, “The nended early.


    I’m already on my way.


    ”


    “What?” ALL of a sudden, Reece’s hopeful expression disappeared.


    He gripped his phone tightly and inquired, “Why didn’t you call me when you got here?”


    “Reece, I said you didn’t have to pick me up.


    I’ve got some errands to run.


    You can head back now.


    ”


    Reece’s gaze turned serious.


    “What do you say we grab dinner together tonight?”


    “I’ve got ns tonight.


    I’m sorry.


    ” The woman’s voice was gentle, yet her rejection was clear.


    Reece had something on his mind but found himself at a loss for words.


    He pressed his lips together and then uttered, “Okay, then.


    Whenever you’re free…”


    “I’ll get in touch when I can.


    Bye for now.


    ”


    Before Reece could add anything more, she abruptly ended the call.


    He heard the beep of the disconnected call and let out a deep sigh.


    Later that evening, in the private room of Whispering Mist, an exquisite restaurant.


    Jordan beamed affectionately as he chatted with a woman dressed in a whitece dress seated next to him.


    Thedy’s long hair cascaded over her shoulders, and she carried herself with grace.


    Her slender figure was poised, her hands neatly ced on her thighs.


    Clearly, she came from an eminent family and had a refined upbringing.


    Her makeup was subtle, enhancing her soft, inviting eyes and her friendly smile.


    She stood out remarkably.


    Their joyful conversation was interrupted when someone opened the door.


    The woman lifted her head, and her eyes froze, softening her expression.


    Domenic, dressed out in a sharp suit with perfectly fitting pants, strolled in through the door, radiating the air of an experienced businessman.Belongs to N?velDrama.Org - All rights reserved.