Chapter 383

For several days straight, Sophia Reese hadn’t heard a word from Neil Chapman. Her anxiety started creeping in. Could it be that Jessica’s situation had gotten way too messy, and Neil didn’t know how to handle it, so he was avoiding her out of embarrassment? Yeah, that had to be it. It’s fine though—she wasn’t going to blame him for that. If he felt awkward calling, she’d just make the first move. As soon as the call connected, she spoke sweetly, “Hey, Neil, where are you?” Neil frowned. Why was Sophia suddenly speaking so softly? It almost felt like the old Sophia was back. But no way... He already knew the real her. There was no falling for her act again. Clearing his throat, Neil said flatly, “Is there something you wanted?” Sensing the chill in his tone, Sophia laughed lightly, trying to mask the awkwardness. “Nothing really, just noticed you haven’t called lately. Thought maybe work had you swamped, so I wanted to check in—see if you’ve been eating properly.” He didn’t buy her cas