Anthony Charlie nodded indifferently: "How can I please Miss Thompson without offering something tangible?"
Faith Williams: ...!! Boo hoo hoo!!
Anthony Charlie said: "Stay at the hotel tonight."
Faith Williams: ...
Faith Williams drove to the hotel entrance.
After getting out of the car, Faith thought Anthony was going to the top floor, but surprisingly, he said, "Book room 309."
Reception: ??
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Ending the call, Eve Thompson let out a sigh of relief.
She knew her lie was lousy, but... she couldn't think of a better reason for coming to the hotel instead of staying at home!
She sighed; fortunately, her image among Anthony's circle wouldn't be taken seriously. She wasn't sure if he believed her excuse, though.
Whatever.
First, she needed to ask her sister what was going on!
She looked at Iris Thompson sitting on the bed, hugging her knees.
Back in S City, her inner panic was magnified, making her feel insecure and wanting to escape immediately...