Chapter 331

Halwick. Originally, David Davies and Xander Moon had booked different hotels. But David had a favor to ask, so he took the initiative and switched to the same hotel Xander was staying in, trying to cozy up. Xander didn’t really mind, but honestly, it rubbed him the wrong way. Business is business, and David knew full well about Claire Zane’s ambitions, yet still tried to bring her close to him. It didn’t sit well. Still, Xander was good at hiding his dislike. Most nights, by the time work wrapped up, it was already late. Around nine, he'd always call Ella Richards just to hear her voice and remind her, playfully, that she should miss him every day. Young love—it’s sticky sweet like that. But tonight, before he could call, Ella rang first. The girl’s voice was soft and full of pout: “It’s October already, and there are still mosquitoes? Xander, I’ve got two bites on my leg.” Xander chuckled and coaxed her gently, “Let me see.” A few seconds later, a photo popped up in his WeChat. Her l