Chapter 148
Chapter 148:
Trying to steady himself, Ryan placed a hand against his chest and shook his head. “You’re overthinking this p>
“So that means you don’t have feelings for her?” A spark of hope flickered back into Helen’s eyes.
As his embarrassment slowly faded, Ryan answered with sincerity. “I don’t like her that way p>
Relief immediately lit up Helen’s face. “I’ll get you some water p>
Inside the kitchen, Susan stood at the sink rinsing vegetables and spoke in a hushed tone. “Helen really shouldn’t have brought a guest over at a time like this p>
N𝗲𝗐 𝗐𝖾𝘦𝗸l𝘺 𝖼𝗵𝘢р𝘵er𝗌 𝘰𝗻
A gentle laugh escaped Kristine. “It’s fine. I know him well enough — he wouldn’t betray me p>
“Is that so p>
Kristine gave a small nod, even as her pulse jumped unexpectedly. Her gaze drifted toward the window. Outside, the rain-washed streets looked brighter than before, and the sea in the distance lay quiet and undisturbed. Even with that calm view, an uneasy weight continued to press on her chest. She could only hope her worries had no real cause.
At the villa in Crestwood, Bobby burst into the living room, breathless, clutching a stack of documents. “Mr. Yates, we found it. We finally tracked down Vance’s hometown p>
“Where is it p>
Colton rose too quickly, sending a coffee cup tumbling to the floor. Dark liquid spread across the spotless carpet.
Bobby’s eyes shifted to the mess, worry showing clearly on his face. Since the wedding, Colton had barely been sleeping — most days, he managed only an hour or two. If this continued, his body would not hold out much longer.
“Mr. Yates, wouldn’t it be better to rest first?” Bobby said carefully. “Now that we have the address, I can bring p>
“Where is it?” Colton cut him off sharply.
With no room to argue under that intense stare, Bobby answered. “Lunatown p>
“Lunatown p>
“It’s a small coastal town p>
“Prepare to leave right now.” Without waiting another second, Colton headed straight for the door.
Just as he reached the entrance, dizziness washed over him and his steps faltered.
Bobby rushed forward and caught him. “Please rest at home, sir. I will bring Ms. Green back myself p>
Colton pressed his fingers against his temples, shoved Bobby’s hand away, and climbed into the car.
Seeing there was no stopping him, Bobby quickly got into another vehicle.
More than two hours later, they finally arrived in Lunatown — Vance’s hometown by the sea.
Colton stopped in front of a modest villa and studied it before speaking. “Is this Vance’s parents’ home address p>
Bobby gave a short nod. “Yes.” He opened the file, removed a photograph, and held it up beside the villa to confirm the match. “Mr. Yates, do you want us to enter right away, or should we p>
“Secure the perimeter first,” Colton cut him off, his gaze still fixed on the building.
“Understood.” Bobby stepped away to carry out the order.