Chapter 638
Chapter 638:
“They are such a perfect pair,” she murmured softly.
Beside her, John’s lips twitched as he silently gave thanks that he’d managed to find Maggie before Austin did. If Austin discovered that Maggie had been mistreated in any way, John knew he’d be in serious trouble.
“Now that you’ve seen how well Austin and Yelena complement each other, Mrs. Barton, you must feel reassured,” John said carefully. “Shall we head out p>
Maggie wasn’t ready to leave just yet. She pulled out her phone, snapping a few pictures of Austin and Yelena, her smile filled with pride. “Oh, they truly are a cute couple,” she murmured, unable to contain her delight.
Austin couldn’t shake the feeling that something was off. A strange sensation crept over him, like the subtle weight of unseen eyes watching his every move.
He quickly turned his head in the direction of the sensation, but nothing unusual caught his eye.
Perhaps it was just his imagination.
Nearby, John was in quiet panic. He pulled Maggie to hide behind a pillar, his heart pounding furiously.
He widened his eyes and motioned for her to stay quiet.
That was too close—they’d nearly been caught.
Suddenly, John’s phone rang.
The sudden sound made him jump, his heart nearly leaping out of his chest.
He glanced at the caller ID and grimaced. Of course, it was Austin. Trying to maintain his composure, John gestured for Maggie to remain still before answering.
“Hey, Austin,” he said, keeping his tone casual. “What took you so long to pick up?” Austin’s voice was direct.
John glanced nervously at Maggie. “Oh, I, uh, dropped something and was looking for it. Is everything okay? Are we leaving soon p>
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“Yeah. Come find me when you’re done,” Austin replied before hanging up.
John exhaled deeply, relief washing over him.
Thank goodness Austin hadn’t figured anything out—yet.
When John turned back to Maggie, she was already sneaking away. It was only then that his heart finally settled, finding a moment of peace.
After the banquet ended, Austin and Yelena stepped outside together. The night sky stretched above them, dotted with twinkling stars. They seemed to shimmer with a silent blessing for the pair.
“Our charitable fund will make such a difference,” Yelena said, her eyes shining as she gazed upward.
“It will,” Austin replied firmly. “Together, we’ll make the world a better place p>
“Hey, Austin, over here!” John’s voice broke through the moment. He waved from the car, motioning for them to come over.
With Yelena by his side, Austin walked over. John stepped out of the car and opened the door for them.
Yelena stepped into the car first, but Austin remained behind. He stood still by the vehicle, his piercing gaze fixed on John, as if seeing straight through him.
John squirmed under Austin’s gaze, avoiding eye contact as he cleared his throat. “Why aren’t you getting in? It’s freezing out here. Don’t catch a chill,” he said, trying to keep his tone light.
Austin raised an eyebrow. “Since when are you so considerate p>
John let out an awkward laugh. “What do you mean? I’ve always been this considerate p>
John gave a nervous chuckle, doing his best to seem nonchalant.
Austin’s eyes narrowed slightly. “Did she contact you p>
A tingling sensation ran across John’s scalp. It was over—Austin had uncovered the truth.