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?

Bennett, can you tell me where you are now?

do.” Seraphina

moment, then said, “Ms. Bennett, I don’t know why you’re doing this. But Mr. Reynolds genuinely cares about

what?” Seraphina retorted, “Should I be grateful?”

a deep breath, Keen resumed, “You didn’t act like this when we were in Moonhaven. Ms. Bennett,

willing to date him. Then it got boring, so I ended it. It’s

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 boss should know the drill, it shouldn’t be too much for him to

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

the phone, Keen stood there, somewhat at

up, let

he supposed to break this

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

forcing a smile

gave him a glance, asking only

Keen managed to

Leandro’s expression didn’t change. He went to his desk and pressed

desk, quietly listening to the conversation

were clear despite the changes in her voice over the

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

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

soon as possible. She knows we’re looking for her and even called us.

need,” Leandro suddenly said

Keen look at Leandro. He was still calm, but his eyes

was all too familiar with this look

his anger might not be real. But when he wore

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