Chapter 550

The neighborhood wasn't exactly run-down.

It once fetched a pretty penny back in the day, even though the buildings had seen better years.

But a million-dollar sports car parked in these parts? That was a head-scratcher.

The residents here weren't exactly the high-roller types.

Curiosity got the better of Karen as she stole a few more glances in that direction, only to catch a glimpse of someone familiar perched inside the car.

As she edged closer, her eyes widened in recognition—it was Jeffrey.

What on earth was he doing here? Startled, Karen stumbled backward, nearly taking a tumble on the pavement.

Luckily, the car's occupant seemed to be fast asleep.

His eyes shut tight, hands clutching his coat, his body curled up as if to ward off the chill.

When did he even get here, and why was he snoozing in his car? That man was like a bad penny that always came back into her pocket Karen rolled her eyes and made to skedaddle, but fate had other plans.

She bumped into a chatty neighbor just back from a grocery run, who waved enthusiastically.

"Karen! Look who's back!"

Oh, great.

person

to check if Jeffrey had stirred, she waved half-heartedly and

called behind

Karen gasped.

as she slowly twisted around, wearing a look of pure doom, "Mr.Turner, please tell

"Or what?" Jeffrey quipped.

eyes were still bleary from sleep, and if Karen was

even sleep-disheveled, he managed to look

double-takes in this quaint part of

celebrity had

Karen found herself dragging him aside, away from prying eyes.The

I

seemed to amuse him "So, spill

let you take your responsibility for me.’ he said, arms crossed, giving

we should face the consequences of our actions, don't you think?’ Karen gaped, ‘Consequences? You're not seriously hitting me up for a refund on a plane ticket, are

that would

did you leap to plane

Jeffrey's tum

at the hotel! entrance, when you asked if I was up for it, I took it as a sign that you wanted me to be your boyfriend.That's why

simple question! "Maybe you didn't, but I'm old-school.I only sleep with someone if they're

rolled her eyes so hard she thought they might

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