Chapter 595

The man opened his eyes and saw Leslie Green’s shadow—finally, he could breathe easy. "Here, for you." Leslie took the phone and quickly dialed Broderick Ackerley's number. Normally, Broderick would never answer a call from an unknown number. But now? He wouldn't miss a single one. His phone never left his side—meetings or not, the moment it rang, he’d answer without hesitation. The moment it rang now, he picked up instantly. “Hello?” Leslie smiled sweetly at the familiar voice, "Take a wild guess—who do you think it is?" That voice, so familiar it was carved into his bones—Broderick shot up from his seat, “Leslie?” Leslie chuckled, “Yeah, it’s me. I’m at the top of that hill I was sketching on. Come pick me up?” “I’m on my way. Just stay there, don’t move an inch. Leslie, I’m coming. I’ll be there soon, super soon!” His voice was shaky, laced with panic. Leslie understood. He must’ve been beyond hopeless not being able to find her. She glanced at the sky and took a long, steady breath