Chapter 298

Patrick’s mouth twitched, and a hint of mirth danced in his eyes.

What was

was this? The lady doth protest too much, methinks?

Max furrowed his brow, clearly with more on his mind. After a long pause, Max managed to get the words out. “Don’t tell her I was at the apartment.”

Patrick nodded as if it were the most natural thing in the world. Seeing Max had nothing more. to add, Patrick went ahead and reconnected with Brielle.

Her phone lit up with his number, and a subtle spark of joy flickered in her eyes. “Patrick.

“Ms. Brielle, I’ll take you to see Spencer, but have you figured out how you’re going to make the swap with Ryan?”

Brielle hadn’t expected Max to let go so easily. She thought he’d have more questions. “I’ve got it sorted. I’ll reach out to Ryan anonymously and set up the exchange.”

this go easily. He’s poured a lot into finding Spencer, and even Michael’s in the loop

for days without Ryan finding a

aware. I’ll be careful.”

aid, leaving Patrick at a loss for words. In some ways, their temperaments were similar. Max had gone off the rails, and Brielle wasn’t one to

would you

was asking Max. meaning Max was available to talk. Why wouldn’t he talk to

were pressed tightly together. She tried his number again. tentatively. “Sorry, the number you have

voice, she chuckled ruefully and sighed. It was right to keep her feelings hidden. As

was returning. If Max wanted to cut ties with Briella completely,

now, she needed to focus on the

no choice but to wait

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