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.

what she needed—the person

if Jeffrey had stirred,

Jeffrey called behind

Karen gasped.

she slowly twisted around, wearing a look of pure

"Or what?" Jeffrey quipped.

was any closer, she

he managed to

presence drew stares and double-takes

a celebrity had just graced the

something?’ Karen found herself dragging him aside, away from prying

I

seemed to amuse

your responsibility for me.’ he said, arms crossed, giving her a

Karen gaped, ‘Consequences? You're not seriously hitting me

would be

you leap to plane

was Jeffrey's tum to

asked if I was up for it, I took

such thing!* She had merely asked a simple question! "Maybe you didn't, but I'm old-school.I only sleep with someone if they're my girlfriend.You slept

so hard

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