Timothy's eyes narrowed suddenly, sharp with suspicion.

If it were Mabel, she wouldn't have stayed silent on the line.

Could it be Jessica?

Sheila caught the change in Timothy's expression. Truth be told, she'd already guessed it was Jessica.

But Timothy's gaze soon returned to normal. His voice was calm and measured. "There's a restaurant on the third floor. Go ahead and order something-I need to return a call and I'll join you soon."

"Alright."

The moment Sheila stepped out, Timothy pulled out his phone and dialed Jessica.

The call was instantly disconnected.

She still had him blocked.

Timothy wasted no time and called Mabel instead.

She answered right away.

"Is my wife home?"

Mabel's days had been packed with chores. She'd been so busy, she'd completely forgotten to check if Mrs. Bennett was

moment, sir. I'll go

Maybe she'd come home after breakfast

on the bedroom door.

the bed neatly made-not

to call you, then said she was craving those crystal dumplings from Velvet Fork, and went out. I've been

it really was Jessica who'd called

did she borrow your phone? Didn't you tell her to take me

she wanted to use that ring

phone and then used her own phone

if she comes

Timothy ended

didn't have anything urgent to say. Normally, they couldn't talk

so maybe she just wanted to see what it

be so much easier if she just got herself a new

that thought, Timothy rang up

out today and pick up the latest foldable smartphone. Have it

"For Mrs. Bennett?"

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