Chapter 2480

Nicole snuggled close to Jared, murmuring, "When people are happy, they drink more. And guess what? I'm starting to remember stuff from school." Jared looked at her. Lately, she had been remembering a lot from her childhood and her time at Royal Creek Institute. "What about that cafe?" Jared asked her softly, remembering it was from her school days. "Cafe?" Nicole frowned and then shook her head. "I don't remember." Jared smiled affectionately at her. "Let's go home." "Mhm, home," Nicole replied, nestling her head on Jared's shoulder. She smiled in contentment. They soon returned to the Riddle family manor. Though everyone had gone to bed, the lights in the living room remained on, likely for those not yet home. As Jared carried Nicole inside, the butler, still up, was waiting for them. "Mr. Johnston," the butler began, his gaze lingering on Nicole who seemed a bit unsteady. "Should I prepare something to help her sober up?" "No need," Jared responded quickly. "She's a little ti