Chapter 170
Chapter 170:
Out of nowhere, her phone buzzed, and the name “Kyson” lit up the screen like a sudden spark, jolting her upright as she killed the music. Ahead, the red traffic light began its slow countdown, its numbers ticking away while Kailey inhaled twice to steady herself. She retrieved her Bluetooth earpiece from the center console, slipped it on, and eased her foot onto the accelerator as the call connected. “Hello p>
Through the line drifted Kyson’s smooth, easy voice. “What are you up to p>
Kailey’s fingers tightened slightly around the steering wheel. “I just left the office and I’m driving home.” After a brief hesitation, she added, “And you p>
“I finished seeing a client off a minute ago.” Lounging in a friend’s office, Kyson stretched his long legs across the desk with lazy confidence. “If nothing changes, I should be back by tomorrow morning p>
A soft acknowledgment left Kailey’s lips. “Alright p>
𝖳𝘩𝘦 𝗺𝗼𝗌𝘵 р𝗼𝗽𝘶𝘭𝘢𝗋 𝘯оv𝖾l𝗌 𝘰n
Warm air from the conditioner hummed gently through the car, wrapping the cabin in a cozy hush. With a faint, amused breath, she said, “Karol’s been cooking these huge meals every day — I seriously can’t keep up p>
Layers of feeling hid beneath those casual words. The news of his return had secretly brightened her mood. Sharing dinner with him was something she had been looking forward to for days. He was on his way home at last.
A low laugh escaped Kyson, the tension melting from his features as his expression softened. “Karol’s food is amazing. You really should eat more. You’re way too skinny p>
“I’ve already put on plenty of weight. Trying to slim down is torture, Kyson.” Her voice dipped into light, teasing complaint.
Matching her mood, he continued chatting idly, tossing out easy remarks and teasing comments, until his voice shifted almost imperceptibly. “Did you miss me p>
Caught completely off guard, Kailey’s foot nearly slid off the pedal. The question was blunt — far too blunt. Her teeth pressed gently against her lower lip, a soft glow rising in her eyes. After a brief pause, she breathed out in a quiet murmur. “I guess I did p>
Truthfully, his presence had lingered in her thoughts far more often than she was willing to confess. The previous night, a restless dream had painted Kyson in vivid detail, yet she chose to keep that secret tucked away.
“I miss you deeply, Kailey,” Kyson said sincerely.
Gentle warmth unfurled in her chest, leaving her speechless yet strangely at ease.
Right when words hovered on the tip of her tongue, another vehicle abruptly swerved into her lane, its tires skidding over hidden ice before nudging the left rear of her car. A sharp breath escaped her lips as her gaze darted instinctively to the rearview mirror.
What reflected back sent icy prickles racing across her scalp. This wasn’t some careless skid. That vehicle was steering straight for her on purpose.
Panic jolted through her limbs. She slammed her foot on the accelerator, her voice quivering as she spoke. “Kyson… I have to hang up. I think I’m in serious trouble p>
Kyson shot to his feet, tension snapping through his posture. “What happened p>
“I’m not sure.” Forcing her breathing to steady, Kailey pushed the speed higher while stealing another glance at the mirror. “There’s a car tailing me. I can’t make out the plate. It’s trying to crash into me p>