Legg watched the woman who was completely intoxicated and barely able to recognize anyone, yet she was still instinctively ensuring Edwin was covered. It gazetingered ar
her as he kept allert.
Chapter 96
Edwin a round eyes blicked. “Tilwan entil Mommy falls asleep before coming out.”
“Mm.” Lenni poponded without sing mod
Hecked the blanket around them, glanced at the two of them a couple more times, then turned off the light and walked out
Seated on the thing room couch, he took in the space. The entire apartment was not even as large as the bathroom in his house. Every corner was filled with everyday items, packed to the brim. He could not understand why Victoria insisted on diviering him and choosing to live like this.
was small and cramped. There was no
sekeeper to take care of the household.
As he pondered, his phone vibrated in his pocket.
Thinking it w
Eva calling, he checked the screen and saw Aaron’s name instead. “What is it?”
“beard you were drinking with Victoria tonight.” Aaron’s talent for gossip was unmatched.
Leon did not respond, nor was be surprised that Aaron knew
Aaron pressed further. “Where are you right now?
Leon remained indiferent “Get to the point
“There’s no reason. I’m just asking, by the way, just a friendly reminder. Don’t be shameless and take advantage of someone when they’re drunk” Aaron was bored and only wanted to dig up some gossip.
Leon pulled the phone away from his ear, ready to hang up. No matter what kind of person he was, he would never lay a hand on a completely intoxicated Victoria. “Wat,” Airon raised his voice, as if sensing that the call was about to end.
Lean said one word, “Speak”
“I finished looking into Jeremiah’s background, from childhood to adulthood. But I can’t figure out why Victoria has never suspected that he likes her,” Aaron said. Leon was certain there was something off. “Keep looking.”
“Could it be that we’re just overthinking it? Maybe he only looks like he likes her but don’t actually feel that way? Aaron questioned.
If he really liked her, it made no sense that not a single one of his childhood friends, roommates, or classmates knew about it. No one could hide their feelings that well. “He Don Victoria, Lion said with certainty
There were some things that men could tell with just a glance. He was absolutely certain.
“I already checked everything there is to check. Even if I were to look into it ten more times, the result would be the same, Aaron stated truthfully. “Why not ask susie? She’s close to Jeremiah and might know something about it,” he suggested.
“You ak,” Leon said.
“I’m not your subordinate,” Aaron retorted.
“If you do it, I’ll help you secure the next bid against the Olsons,” Leon offered.
Auton agreed immediately. “Deal”
Nothing was impossible to negotiate. If something seemed out of reach, it only meant the offer was not tempting enough
After the call ended, Edwin walked out of the bedroom. He carefully closed the door behind him and tiptoed over to the couch, sitting down next to Leon.
The Lather and son at side by side, quietly staring at each other.
Outside the window, the night was quiet, covering the entire city in darkness.
