Right Person, Wrong Time

'How's your brother, Wendy? He didn't seem too well when he left earlier.'

'It's been a while, Wendy. Haven't you arrived at the hotel?'

'Give me a response when you see this, Wendy.'

Wendy felt a pang of regret when she saw the series of texts she had received from Nicole. I was too focused on Colton earlier, and I forgot to update Nicole. I made her worry for nothing, Wendy thought. After that, she hastily typed out a bunch of words in their chat. I should reply to her immediately. I'm sure she's still awake, Wendy figured.

'I just got back to my room, Nicole. Something happened, but I don't know what. I'll update you once I get more information,' Wendy texted. She was certain that something was up. Otherwise, Beryl wouldn't show up and stay beside Colton's room.

Meanwhile, Nicole stayed up to wait for Wendy's text. Wendy didn't respond immediately, so Nicole watched the news while waiting. She finally received Wendy's text slightly past midnight, and she felt her chest tightening upon reading Wendy's message. Did something happen back in the country? I don't think that's possible. Colton might be in Florend, but there are still people handling the situation back home. I don't think Ryan can cause problems for the Gardners within such a short period, Nicole thought. Could this be about that person?

She seemed to realize something then. I have to know what's going on. I'll be able to work better once I find out more about the situation. Then, I'll have a clearer goal to work toward, she thought. 'I'll need your help to find out more, Wendy,' Nicole replied.

By the time Wendy received Nicole's text, she had already devoured most of the takeaway food. She fell deep into thought after she saw Nicole's text. I won't be able to get much from Colton, so… Beryl! Wendy packed up the rest of the unfinished meatballs before she headed out of her room. Well, if that's the case… Here I come, Beryl Helm!

On the other end, Beryl had just gotten out of the shower, and he was glad to finally get some rest for the next few days. He had put in a lot of time and effort to do his research on Kendrick over the past few days, and his work was almost done. Colton's team would complete the rest of the research, and Beryl figured that he would get to rest a little while he was in Florend.

Beryl had just settled down in bed when he heard a knock on his door. Is someone knocking on my door? He hurried to his feet.

Knock knock! The knocks grew louder, and it sounded as if someone was trying to knock his door down. Beryl frowned a little—he was displeased by the person's actions, but he tried his best to stay calm as he walked over to open the door.