Josie didn’t reply and only glanced at this man whom even drunkenness couldn’t hide his charm, and asked indifferently, “Where to?”

Arnold squinted his eyes. “Don’t you already know the few places I frequent in Wavery?”

These words were too intimate, stirring up Josie’s memories of hardship with him. She asked, “Sky Palace?”

“Let’s go to the hospital.” He leaned over, setting up the navigation.

Emotions surged within Josie, yet she feigned calmness. “Is it appropriate at this late hour?”

Arnold said with a hint of teasing, “What are you referring to?”

“The procedure.”

“I’ve arranged for the staff to take care of everything.”

So, Josie stopped talking and stepped on the gas.

The hospital was brightly lit. Arnold walked ahead, his back appearing somewhat nonchalant. Josie stared at him, reminiscing about the past. Perhaps they could have become close friends if he hadn’t chosen this path.

were police officers stationed outside Edward’s hospital room. Technically, visiting

said, continuing on his

other hooked up to an IV drip. He looked to be in his fifties

evident that he was a serious and ambitious man

few words. During their conversation, Edward glanced toward the door. Josie instinctively dodged, avoiding his gaze.

Arnold opened the door and

and followed him inside. Edward was already

out, “Mr. Carter.”

vigilance in his eyes was unlike that of a convict who had spent several

softly. “She was passing by and came to see

a deep breath, looking at Josie.

“It seems Arnold has mentioned

than once.” Edward’s response was clearly

We can be considered close friends. It hasn’t

didn’t get the chance for me to pay my respects is a sign of his

her one thing-Dexter would kill him if

have done what you can do.. I’m sure Old

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