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 all the detectives once I confirm your

do.” Seraphina replied

know why you’re doing this. But Mr. Reynolds genuinely cares about you.

retorted, “Should I be

deep breath, Keen resumed, “You didn’t act like this when we were

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

him. But now that I don’t, I hope he would stay away. Your boss should know the drill, it shouldn’t be too

after hearing Seraphina’s words, but she had

the phone, Keen stood there, somewhat at a

show up, let alone say such

was he supposed to

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

forcing

him a glance, asking only

Seraphina,” Keen managed to respond

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

desk, quietly listening to the conversation

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

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

look at Leandro’s

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

Leandro suddenly said

at Leandro. He was still calm, but

familiar with this

his laughter might not be genuine and his anger might not be real.

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