Chapter 141

Two weeks later, Leandro and Keen, along with other members of the work crew, hopped on a flight back to Sunburst City

Meanwhile, Seraphina was still MIA

Leandro sat by the window, seemingly casual but deeply engrossed in a document.

Keen took a peek at the document, then his gaze drifted to the clouds outside the window. He sighed heavily

Things could really go south if they kept going like this

Upon returning in the country, Leandro fully committed into his work, sparing only a little time for Valerio and Conway. As for looking for Seraphina, he never brought it up again.

Despite this, Keen stayed on alert, keeping in close touch with detective agencies all over Starhaven.

After two anxietyfilled weeks, Keen got a sudden latenight call

It was on his work phone. Keen picked up, only to hear Seraphina’s voice on the other end: Keen!

For a moment, he nearly lost it.

Trying to calm himself, he suddenly stood up Ms. Bennett, where are you now?What does it matter where I am?Seraphina’s voice sounded lazy. I’m calling to tell you to stop looking for me. I’m working, get it?

Keen was livid at her attitude, all his anxiety and anger came bubbling up. You disappeared out of the blue. Mr. Reynolds is worried sick about you, you

know?

Seraphina chuckled after hearing this, Is that so? How is he worried?

Keen clammed up. He then asked, “Ms. Bennett, can you tell me where you are now? I’ll call off

can do.”

I don’t know why you’re doing this. But Mr. Reynolds genuinely cares about you. I can tell he

Seraphina retorted, “Should I be

resumed, “You didn’t act like this when we were in Moonhaven. Ms. Bennett, are you

help but laugh. After a while, she said, “Keen, isn’t it all about whether both parties are willing when it comes to relationships? I was interested in your boss in Moonhaven, so I was willing to date him. Then it got boring, so I ended it. It’s pretty straightforward, why make a fuss?” “How could you

then I’ll tell you now, Seraphina said, “Could you please tell your boss to chill about love? Just be happy. He was important when I needed him. But now that I don’t, I hope he would stay away. Your

wanted to say something after hearing Seraphina’s words, but she had already hung up.

stood there, somewhat at

expect Seraphina to show up, let alone say

supposed to break this to

was still dazed, Leandro came out of his office, looking ready to call it a

hastily put down the phone, forcing a smile at Leandro, “Mr.

gave him a glance, asking only one

Keen managed to

name, Leandro’s expression didn’t change. He went to his

leaned against the desk, quietly listening

extremely quiet. Seraphinas words were clear despite the changes in her voice over the phone.

important. Now that I don’t, I hope he would

hung his head, not daring to look at Leandro’s face, just

Bennett’s whereabouts as soon as possible. She knows we’re looking for her and even called us. We should be able to find

Leandro suddenly

He was still

familiar with this

anger might not be real. But when he wore this expression, he was

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