Chapter 152

At 5:00 pm, Sebastian was already waiting downstairs, planning to drive Julia home after work. She had been emotionally unstable lately, and he was worried. He hadn't expected her to get off work just minutes after 5:00 pm. Before he could react, she got into a car and left. He quickly followed, only to see her stop at The Junction Grill. "Hi, Jules!" Standing at the entrance, Stella waved enthusiastically. The last time they ended up sharing a table, Julia had picked up the check. Stella insisted on returning the favor. Julia had grown tired of bland soups lately, and the mention of barbecue immediately sparked her appetite. Sebastian eyed the overly friendly Stella with a sharp gaze from his car. He had been ready to join Julia for barbecue and maybe even buy the restaurant for her. So, where had Stella come from? As far as he knew, Haley was the only close friend Julia had. "Jules, let's get a private room. It's quieter," Stella said, linking arms with Julia as if they wer