Chapter 2948

Jared held Nicole's hand firmly, looking ahead, and instructed, "Drive." "Right away, Mr. Johnston," Max replied, igniting the engine. Upon reaching the kindergarten, Nicole greeted Nolan and Lana with a wave as they emerged. "Mommy!" Nolan and Lana rushed to Nicole, embracing her with joy. Nicole smiled warmly, caressing their heads. "Time to head home," she whispered. As they drove away from the kindergarten, Nicole caught a glimpse of Lawrence in the rearview mirror, her gaze sharpening as their paths diverged. Meanwhile, Lawrence's face fell as he watched them leave. "Mr. Royce, are we going to let them go just like that?" Ian inquired softly. Lawrence said to Ian, "Drive." Their car veered off in another direction. Lawrence, reclining in his seat, looked even more stern. He made a call to Scorpio. "It's time to start the operation," Lawrence declared, his voice low and firm. "Pleasure doing business with you," Scorpio responded, his tone laced with sarcasm. Lawrence e