Chapter 8

Jessica opened her mouth to speak, but no words came out. She shut them and just stared at him. The enigmatic glint in his eyes as he gazed into hers made her very uneasy.

He finally drew in a long breath, "I thought as much." Glancing at his gold-plated wristwatch that looked like it had cost a fortune, he said without looking at Jessica, "I really should be on my way right now."

He looked up from staring at his wristwatch, their eyes met. He immediately wore a serious expression, "I hope your mum's surgery goes well, and I also wish her a quick recovery after that."

"Thank you," was all Jessica could mutter as she cleared her throat of the lump that had formed there.

"Goodbye, Jessica," Lawrence said and held her gaze for a brief moment before turning around. With long strides, he left the premises. Jessica stared at his retreating figure. When he was finally out of sight, she heaved a sigh of relief.

"What a day it has been," she thought to herself as she sank into the seat behind h