Chapter 679: Nelson Didn't Come Home All Night

When Nelson walked out of the bathroom with a towel wrapped around him, he saw the woman already sitting at the corner of the bed. He was momentarily surprised. "Why don't you sleep a bit more?" Callie hugged her knees and looked at him. "I couldn't sleep. You've been busy all night." When she asked this question, there was a hint of expectation in her eyes. She genuinely hoped he would tell her the truth. Nelson lowered his gaze slightly and used a towel to dry his hair. "The matter was a bit tricky, so it took longer to handle." As he answered, he avoided her gaze. Callie's heart sank, but she didn't show any expression. "A matter that needs to be handled on New Year's Eve must indeed be tricky." Nelson didn't seem to notice the oddity in her words. Suddenly, he seemed to remember something. "When I returned to the old mansion this morning, the elders said you went out last night and didn't come back. Is that true?" It was a very calm inquiry. Callie tried to detect any concer