Chapter 349

"Mr. Theodore Locke," Vespera said, pronouncing each word carefully. Dominic's brow furrowed. "He came to see you?" Vespera didn't want him to suspect anything more between Theodore and Wanda. After a brief pause, she answered, "He's an old acquaintance of my parents." It was vague enough to be taken in various ways—whether as a friend or merely a former classmate. Let him interpret it however he wished. Though considering Theodore's status and social circle, it was hard to believe he'd ever have met her parents, who were both in education. Their worlds didn't intersect at all. Noticing Vespera's hesitation, Dominic decided not to press the matter. "Alright. Got it." Vespera let out a quiet sigh of relief and ended the call. With a polite smile, she helped Wanda welcome Theodore as he entered. Theodore shot Wanda a mischievous grin. "That was Vespera's boyfriend on the phone, wasn't it?" "No, no, of course not," Wanda replied, waving her hands. "No? But wasn't that Dominic