Two Times the Charm by Mr. Wilson

Chapter 309

But now that Elio’s life was on the line, Clara couldn’t give a damn about Emmett’s potential wrath.

Clara grabbed her bag and bolted. She didn’t even make it to the front door before running into Ricardo. “Where are you off to in such a rush, Ms. Calloway?”

“I’ve got stuff to deal with. A friend of mine is sick; I’ve gotta go see him.”

Ricardo eyed her panicked expression, “Want me to tell Mr. Melendez? He knows a bunch of top-notch doctors, so he might be able to help.”

Clara knew what he was getting at. She hesitated for a moment, then blurted out to Ricardo, “It’s a guy friend I’m going to see. If you don’t want Mr. Melendez to blow a fuse, you better keep it to yourself!”

“A guy friend?”

“Don’t worry, I’m not gonna betray Mr. Melendez! But the guy once did me a favor, so I’ve gotta return his kindness!”

Ricardo was taken aback, obviously not anticipating such bluntness from Clara, leaving him stuck between a rock and a hard place.

But if Mr. Melendez finds out, I’m toast!”

Let’s keep this under wraps. I’ll be back as soon

“Alright then.”

nodded; after all, Clara had made things pretty clear.

looking for me, you’ve gotta get a hold of me right away. I’ll be back ASAP! Can you smooth things

“Alright…”

hightailed it to Elio’s place in her car. But when she got there, she found the door

one answered, so she quickly dialed Elio’s

phone just kept ringing, but no one picked

could faintly hear a ringtone from inside.

was Elio really

pounded on the door, “Elio! Elio! Open up! Wake up,

was about to call

looking at Elio, who had just opened the door. He

you

right! I’m at the end of my rope.” Elio grabbed her arm, “Clara, you’ve got to come with me today!”