Chapter 2746 Regina gazed at the familiar yet pessimistic Ablett spread out on the ragged park bench like, and her heart ached.
Before life had dealt its cruel hand, he might have been a dashing young man, full of vim and vigor. Now, he was down-and-out, and you couldnât even guess his age.
âIt's okay, | know you doubt my ability,â she said, âBut Iâm like a bull in a china shop â | won't stop until | get results. First things first, âm going to dig into that developer. | might not be around here much from tomorrow on; Iâve got to hit the books, maybe even head straight to the developerâs headquarters.â
Reginaâs serious tone took Ablett by surprise.
âSo... are you really going to investigate them? Be careful. Theyâre not the kind to play nice.
His words were all over the place, but his concern was clear. The state he was in was testament enough to the companyâs ruthless tactics.
Regina offered him a comforting smile, âDonât worry, Iâve got some tricks up my sleeve even if | look like an easy target.â
Even without her saying so, Ablett could tell there was something about her that didnât scream âaverage upbringing.â
âGood,â was all he could muster, a single word heavy with all his trust.
Maybe he shouldn't have put his faith in a journalist he barely knew, but he was out of options. Life was a gamble, and he was ready to roll the dice once more.
âStill, you might want to lay low. The place you are staying is so conspicuous. Eve Harris Group doesnât come looking, the locals won't like you bumming around he not great for the neighborhood's vibe.â After a moment of thought, Regina offered advice.
But Ablett looked down, embarrassed, âEven if wanted to stop wandering, | canât. Iâv no family left, no job. Iâm at the end of my ropeâ
He laughed bitterly, and his face was fraught with a self-mockery for his dire straits.
Regina couldnât stand to see him out in the cold with nothing but a tattered coat for warmth.
âIf you're up for it, | could set you up with a job. Iâm not sure what your skills or education are like, but at least itâs a start. Are you willing to give it a shot?â
She extended her hand, knowing all too well he might not last out here much longer without help.
Heâd better settle himself and buck up before he had a chance to find himself a way out.
Ablettâs eyes went wide, surprised that this âgirl with some backgroundâ actually had something up her sleeve.
âSo, are you sure that arranging this for me wonât cause you any trouble? Won't people talk?â
Now it was Reginaâs turn to be surprised, âWhat's there to talk about? Iâm just offering you a little gig, itâs a piece of cake. Come on, let's get out of here. Thank God you said yes, or I'll wait until the end comes.â
Ablett was silent. He looked at the drunk shivering endlessly on the ground, and began to doubt Reginaâs self-description as a âlittle girl.â
âI've got nothing to lose. If youâre sure, then Iâm with you,â he finally said.
Regina sprang to her feet. She was energized by the smooth turn of events and clapped her hands together as if dusting off invisible dirt, âGreat, letâs pack up and get out of here, pronto!â
The next morning, when Nolanâs men came to snoop around, they found that the bench, which had been Ablettâs home, was empty.
They exchanged puzzled glances, unsure whether to chalk this up as a problem solved or a new mystery. With no other option, they reported back to Nolan.
âWhat? He's gone?â