Chapter 269

Sylvia held her frustration back and said, “No. I still have paintings to finish.” Odell went quiet. “If there’s nothing else, I’m hanging up.” “Mm-hmm.” His voice sounded a lot softer, but it did not stop Sylvia from hanging up. Right when Odell wanted to put his phone away, his screen lit up. It was a call from Tara. His brows furrowed a little before he answered the call. Tara’s soft voice echoed in his ears. “Odell, are you here yet? I’m ready.” Odell immediately remembered that he had promised to go out with her tonight. “I’m on my way.” “Okay.” … Late at night, when the shops and malls were closed, the streets were lit up only by the street lamps. A black sports car sprinted out of the wealthy district and headed towards Lake Victoria Villa. Tara looked at him with a heavy heart. “Odell, aren't you going to stay tonight?” “No. I have something to do back in the office.” “Okay.” Her face fell. Odell raised his arms around her for a hug. He whispe