Chapter 1345: He Won’t Come

Nelson left without hesitation. He didn’t take those documents, but Allyson Fisher could see the cold determination in his retreating figure. She understood—he was angry. “Nelson…” In the dim light of the candlelit dinner, the woman appeared especially lonely. She gazed at his back, her heart aching as she murmured softly, “If you still can’t bring her back, will you turn around and look at me?” He didn’t hear her, just as he wouldn’t have done so even if he could. … Callie was beginning to feel a little annoyed. It had been twenty minutes since the last dish was served, and Nelson still hadn’t arrived. Twenty minutes ago, Callie had messaged him, asking if he was still tied up. He replied almost instantly, saying he was finishing up and told her to go ahead and order. He’d arrive by the time the food was served. But who invites someone to dinner and makes them order on their own? Still, Callie complied. Nelson rarely broke his promises unless something truly