Chapter 354

Mark planned to sleep until midday before meeting John. Hence, he left shortly after. Clara waited for half an hour and saw Jessie coming out of the building. She opened the car door for her. Once Jessie was inside, she closed the door and returned to the driver's seat. Patrick watched as Clara suddenly exited the car, opened the front passenger door, closed it without reaching inside for anything, and then returned to the driver's seat. He didn't see Jessie. Although he thought Clara's actions were somewhat unusual, he didn't give it much thought. Before long, Clara drove away, heading back to Hillhaven Garden. While on the road, Jessie told Clara, "I gave my phone to Chester, asking him to think it over before contacting me. I'll let you know once I hear back." Clara chuckled. "So, doesn't that mean you don't have a phone now?" "No worries. I'll figure out a way to contact Chester and make sure he keeps my number," Jessie replied. "Thank you, Jessie." Clara expressed her grati