Next, Ellinor started packing her stuff.
After a night at Howard Mountain Villa, it was about time to head home.
And since Theo had also shown up, if all went well, they should be able to take Baber home without a hitch.
That would mean sheâd accomplished what she went there for. There was no need to linger.
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As she was packing, her phone rang.
Not wanting to disturb the two sleepers, Ellinor grabbed her phone and stepped out of the room to take the call.
It was Chase Larios on the line. The usually laidâback guy sounded pretty busy, âBoss, where are you?â
Ellinor answered honestly, âIâm at Howard Mountain Villa Whatâs up?â
Chase responded, âHoward Mountain Villa? Whereâs that? Send me your location. I need to see you.
We need to talk.â
Seeing Chase being so cautious, Ellinor felt it must have been something important, maybe not something he could discuss over the phone.
âYou donât need to come here. Iâm heading back today. Meet me at Twilight Bar tonight.â
Chase replied, âAlright! Ida and I will be at Twilight Bar waiting for you.â
After hanging up, Ellinor felt a bit uneasy. It was rare for anything to get Chase that serious. She was worried something big might be going down.
She put down her phone and turned around, only to find Theo leaning at the door, his deep eyes fixed on her.
Ellinor was taken aback, frowning, âWhy are you up? Why not sleep a bit more?â
Theo squinted slightly, âWho were you talking to on the phone? Why did you sneak out to take it?â
Hearing that, Ellinor was a bit peeved and shot him a glare, âIt was Chase. I stepped out so I wouldnât wake you and Baber! Is there a problem?â
Theo walked over and lifted her chin, asking seriously, âDo you keep in touch with Chase often?â
Ellinor answered straightforwardly, âYes! Iâve told you, heâs like family to me. He is a very important friend. Of course, we keep in touch.â
Theo scoffed, âNo blood relation, and you call him family? You might see him as family, but he might not see you the same way.â
Ellinor frowned unhappily, âWhat are you getting at? Are you doubting my relationship with Chase again?â
Theo, holding her chin, his fingers lightly grazing her smooth cheek, said, âIâm not doubting you, but I have no reason not to doubt him. For a man whoâs always trying to contact someone elseâs wife, itâs normal to question his motives.â
Ellinor glared at Theo, quite upset, âYou have time to doubt others; why not take a good look at yourself first, Mr. Blanchet?â
Hearing the sarcasm in her words and her addressing him as Mr. Blanchet, Theoâs brow furrowed, âLook at myself? What have I done to upset you?â