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Chapter 53. Shadows Behind the Promise

作者: Woman's Light
last update 最終更新日: 2025-09-29 22:41:39

Evelyn stepped out of the car and glanced back through the open door. “Thanks,” she said shortly to Sebastian, who was still sitting in the passenger seat.

“Why are you thanking me? It was your mom who brought the food,” Sebastian replied flatly.

“It’s not about that. I meant for the office matter,” Evelyn said.

Sebastian’s brows drew together. “I’m leaving,” he cut in before she could say anything else.

Evelyn just nodded, turned, and headed toward her apartment complex. Sebastian leaned back in his seat, his gaze distant. His mind was racing. The office matter? Since when did she know about that?

Daniel, sitting behind the wheel, looked just as confused. “Earlier today the realtor said Evelyn Sinclair called herself and agreed to sign the contract. She barely even saw the apartment. The agent was shocked.”

Sebastian’s eyes darkened at that.

Meanwhile, Evelyn had already stepped into her unit. The apartment was quiet. Her mother had gone home. On the coffee table, neatly sliced fruit
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