Never Late, Never Away (Vivian and Finnick)
Chapter 2131

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2131

Larry wouldn't harm Jessica, but the same couldn't be said for her father.

After returning home that night, Jessica sat on the sofa in the living room with a pensive look sprawled on her face.

If Larry is serious about this, Dad will really be in trouble. Her eyes glinted coldly at the thought. She immediately fished out her phone to call her father.

"Dad, I just met that guy Larry. You should hide. He's looking for you." Worry laced her voice.

"Jessica, why are you so stubborn? Didn't I tell you not to come back? Anyway, don't worry. He can't replace me. He doesn't even know where I am. How can he replace my whereabouts? Even if he can, it's going to take him some time, but you..." The person on the other line sounded anxious as he trailed off.

Jessica let out a sigh. "Don't worry about me, Dad. As long as you're all okay, everything will be fine on my end."

The two chatted for a while before ending the call. Full of confidence again after speaking to her father, Jessica walked to the windows with a spring in her step. As she gazed at the stars in the dark sky, she began fantasizing about her future with Larry.

The next morning, sunlight filtered through the windows and warmed the room. The woman on the bed turned over and reached out, only to replace the space next to her empty again.

He still hasn't come home. Joan sighed sadly.

Suddenly, Lucius' voice rang loudly, interrupting her thoughts, "Mom, I'm going to be late. Can you send me to school?"

Joan bolted upright in bed and hastily threw on some clothes. Without even applying makeup, she dashed over to Lucius' room.

"Mom, I overslept today." The boy peered at the woman with pitiful eyes.

It's all Caiden's fault. He insisted on staying here till late last night to play games with Lucius. And now, Lucius is going to be late for school.

"Have you packed your stuff, Lucius? I'll send you to school." Outside the door, a familiar male voice reached their ears.

What the hell? Didn't he go home last night? Why is he here again today? Joan quickly rushed out. Surprise flashed across her face when she saw the man at the door. Pointing a finger at him, she started, "Caiden. Didn't you-"

"I'm ready, Caiden. C'mon, I'm gonna be late. We have to hurry." Lucius interrupted Joan and directly hopped into Caiden's car.

"You little rascal. I knew you'd be late." The man gently stroked the boy's hair.

After getting into the car, he waved goodbye to Joan and drove away. The woman was left standing there alone, unable to wrap her mind around things. Why do I feel like I'm dreaming? Since when did the two of them become so close? She watched as the car drove further and further, immersed in thought. "Hey, is there something going on between you and Caiden?" Delilah came outside and asked softly while rubbing the sleep from her eyes. What? We're just normal friends! A hint of worry appeared in Joan's eyes.

"It seems like he's trying to get close to Lucius, but it's just an excuse to get close to you," Delilah muttered under her breath before trudging back into the house.

This situation left a bad taste in Joan's mouth.

Delilah's right. Caiden has been coming here too frequently. If this goes on, people will start to gossip. I have to make things clear with him before it's too late. "Joan, your phone's ringing!" Delilah called out from inside.

"Coming."

"Joan, what took you so long? I've been calling you for ages." Nancy, who had called, sounded displeased.

"Oh, I was doing caught up with something. What's up, Nancy? Why did you call me?"

"I wanna go shopping and buy some new clothes for my baby. Jory is so busy with work every day. He doesn't have time to accompany me. So, are you free today, Joan?" Can I say no... I still have to help out in the supermarket. Many people there are asking me to go back.