Chapter 327

My car was parked nearby, so there was no need to hitch a ride. The moment I saw Neil’s car pull up, I headed straight for mine.

Neil got out of his car and didn’t even glance my way; his eyes were glued to Bonnie.

His smitten look made my mood sour even more.

Ignoring them, I hopped into my car and zoomed off as fast as I could.

But in my rear-view mirror, I still saw Bonnie, who looked extremely happy, and it irked the hell out of me.

Could it be that I hadn’t completely forgotten about Neil? Even though I knew he was just putting on a show.

Thinking of this possibility, a phrase popped into my head, “human weakness.”

Back at Sapphire River Community, I checked my phone, no messages or calls. Neil must have seen me but didn’t reach out or explain.

Did he need to explain? It was clearly part of our plan.

But he used to explain to me. I sat alone in the living room for a long time with these mixed feelings.

Until my mom came down.

“Rena, why are you still up? Just got back?” My mom asked with concern as she sat down next to me.

“Yeah, I had a function tonight. Just got back. Mom, why are you still up?” I countered.

It was already late. My mom needed to rest. She usually went to bed early.

don’t lie to me. Is something wrong with your dad?”

took me aback. Did Hannah

said, “Mom, what are you talking about? Dad’s on a trip abroad now. I didn’t even tell him you woke up. I’m afraid he’d cut his trip short. He’s been busy all his

like the back of my hand. He wouldn’t go abroad for so long. What happened to

me. I knew she would find out sooner or later, but I didn’t

told my mom the truth

mentally prepared these past few days and sensed something was off. So when I

eyes widened as she said, “Your dad has always been honest and fair. I can’t believe this happened to

Dad out of this. He’s been framed.” I

If there’s any news about your dad, you must tell me right away.

eyes moistened as

to me for long and went upstairs to rest.

again. Still no

he was

made me

Neil wouldn’t make such a sacrifice unless he truly cared for

in my past life, he did love Bonnie deeply. Now that they had a chance to reconnect, could there be

crazy, just like my past

regain my sanity, I hurried upstairs to

glanced out the window. My room faced the neighbor’s, so I could see the lights

taken aback. Was Neil

why didn’t he come to see me? Not even a call or a

pulled the curtains shut and

as I was zoning out, my phone suddenly rang, startling

my heart skipped a beat.

a second time, then a third, and a fourth.

came through but didn’t sound as gentle as when he

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