“I’m meeting with a client nearby, around noon. The meeting should be quick. How about having lunch together?” Lawrence suggested, not noticing Nicole’s change in demeanor.

Nicole frowned and rejected, “I’m afraid not today. I have things to take care of. Maybe next time.”

Disappointed, Lawrence said, “Alright then, I’ll ask you out another day.”

“Sure thing,” Nicole agreed with a faint smile.

“Speaking of which, it’s been a while since I last saw Nolan and Lana. Why don’t we take them out for a day when

they’re free?” Lawrence tried.

Nicole bit her lip and hesitated to refuse directly. So she replied, “I’ll check with them first.”

“Fine by me. Let me know when you’ve set a date.” Lawrence smiled, thinking Nicole was accepting his invitation.

for the final results of the investigation. She did not even know which outcome she hoped to see. Lawrence had indeed saved her life before. He had always been very caring and helped her and her

her

Lawrence called out softly,

back at Lawrence,

as he

up to

Lawrence left, Lulu entered

Nicole sat down in her

your medication?”

was why Nicole took the pill bottle with her. It was to let Lawrence

the medication.” Lulu sighed. “But how

finally come

Nicole said meaningfully,

let out a long sigh, feeling pity for her friend. She

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