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well. Josiah was taken aback. He knew this sinuation all too
“But, Howard” Josiah pointed toward the adjoining room and said, “don’t forget that Rosie is married”
“Married? Hmmph, Howard scoffed. That jerk of a husband she has might as well not exist.”
g into someone else’s marriage wasn’t something to be
If it weren’t for how terrible Daniel was, he wouldn’t even think about Rosie. After all, stepping i proud of
Howard continued, “Next year, once Rosie has her surgery and her eyesight is restored, we’ll move forward with her divorce from Daniel.
Josiah blinked in realization; it seemed Howard had been planning this all along.
But he couldn’t help but whisper, “Howard, are you sure Rosie will agree?”
“Hmm” Howard hesitated for a moment. “Why wouldn’t she?”
Getting away from that abusive, cheating husband and reuniting with Bobby–wasn’t that the best home for her?
Once Josiah left the nursing home, he made his way to the office. On his way there, he didn’t notice anyone following him.
He felt a twinge of suspicion; it was unlike Andy to just give up so easily.
Arriving at the office, he checked his schedule. It wasn’t too packed, so he had enough time to pick up Sienna from the film set.
Just as he expected, by a bit after four o’clock, things had wrapped up before five.
Josiah grabbed his car keys and phone, put on his coat, and was ready to head out when his phone buzzed,
The screen lit up with an international number.
Josiah’s brow furrowed as he swiped to answer, “Hello, who is this?”
“Hello, is this Mr. Josiah Flynn? This is the Lacustria embassy.”
Lacustria–Yvette was in Lacustria.
“Yes, this is,” Josiah’s voice tightened. “What’s going on!”
“Do you know Ms. Yvette? She has encountered some problems here and requested assistance from the embassy. Your number was provided to us.”
Josiah felt a lump in his throat. “What happened?”
“She was a victim of theft at her residence in Lacustria, resulting in financial loss, and her passport was also lost. Additionally, she seems to be somewhat emotionally unstable.”
“Alright, I get it,” Josiah said, a serious look in his eyes. “Can I have a word with her?”
“Hold on… “The person on the other end seemed to walk away, keeping the line open. After a moment, they returned the call.
“Josiah,” Yvette’s voice came through, sounding sharp and panicked.
“Yvette,” Josial tried to soothe her. “You’re safe now. There’s no need to be scared.”
“Yeah, I know,” she replied.
“Okay,” Josiah pressed on. “Can you tell me who broke into your place?”
It was someone from Jelucrity, Yvette confirmed, her voice unwavering, “I was asleep in my bedroom when I heard a noise. Before he left, he told me to pass along a message to you.”
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“What message!”
“He said… “Mr. Flynn, you’re quite good at hiding things.”
As Yvette said this, Josiah could hear her trembling on the line. “Josiah, do you think they’ve figured it out?”
Josiah’s expression darkened. It had to be someone from the Evans family.
If they couldn’t get to him, they’d target those close to him.
The Evans family was ruthless, they wouldn’t hesitate t
to hurt even their own. let alone Yvette, who was indirectly caught in the chaos.
Yvette, I’ll be there as soon as I can. In the meantime, reach out to the embassy and the police if anything comes up, okay!”
After hanging up. Josiah checked the time and rushed to the gara
garage. He hopped into his car and sped off toward the film set
On the way, he dialed Howard. Howard, it’s me.
As the year–end approached, the film crew held the final script reading before they officially started production after the new year. Once the meeting concluded, everyone began to leave the conference room.
“Mr. Flynn!”
“Mr. Flynn!”
“Uh–huh
Josiah replied, standing at the door of the conference room, smiling at everyone who came up to greet him.
Sienna, carrying her bag, caught sight of Josiah engulfed by the crowd. With just a glance, she quickly turned away, trying to walk past
“Sienna!”
Josiah called out, breaking away from the group to follow her. He leaned down, flashing a toothy grin. “Why are you leaving? Didn’t you see me?”
Feeling a bit defeated, she replied honestly, “I did see you, but that’s exactly why I walked faster.
“Wow, so harsh”
Josiah aid with a chuckle, watching her, “Come on, let’s go. The car’s parked out front, and it can’t be too long. I don’t want it to get towed by the cops.
He half–pulled her toward the car, heading to the Sunshine Neighborhood.
Sienna leaned back against the seat, gazing silently out the window,
“It’s about time for Joyce to head back, right?” Josiah observed, glancing at the gray sky. The weather’s not great today–too windy”
“Yeah” Sienna mumbled, still not engaging
conversation
“What do you feel like eating tonight?” Josiah asked, attempting to change the subject. “I hear Tara’s cooking is pretty good.”
She turned sharply, frowning at him. “You’re not trying to weasel your way into her cooking again, are you!”
Josiah paused, feigning innocence. “Why are y
you so d
so defensive? Are you a afraid I won’t like the food?”
Sienna was at a loss for words. Was that really his concern? This guy had the thickest skin she’d ever seen.
Tm busy today. Maybe next time, Sienna replied cuntly.
Josiah had gradually subdued his smile, becoming serious. “Sienna, I’ll take you to Sunshine Neighborhood in a bit. I need to head out of the country.”
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At this time, heading abroad made Sienna pause. Where was he going? Iit was far, she might not make it back to Jriacrity at the end of the year.
He continued, his tone careful. Thave to go to Lacustria, Yvette ran into come trouble; her place was robbed,”
Hearing this. Sienna blinked, only mildly surprised.
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After all, her impression of Yvette was that she often found herself in trouble–big or small, it was always something
And then, the Flynn brothers would be right there, circling like bees, handling everything for her.
To be honest, Yvette had been unusually quiet lately, and that felt off.
But since she had used the Flynn brothers, so it was only fair….
Noticing Sienna’s calm demeanor, Josiah felt a flicker of anxiety.
“Originally, it should be Howard going, but he just woke up from a coma not long ago. He can’t fly long distances yet.”
“Right” Sienna nodded. “Then it should be you who goes.”
Josiah scrutinized her face but saw no sign of dissatisfaction. He forced a smile, marinated in bitterness.
Back when she’d made a fuss over Yvette, it had bothered him. Now that she wasn’t making a fuss, he felt oddly uneasy.
The car fell into silence as it entered Sunshine Neighborhood and parked in front of the apartment building
Josiah got out with Sienna. The cold wind tousled her long hair a bit.
Tm leaving now”
Josiah shifted, blocking the chilling gusts for her. “I’ll be back on New Year’s Eve–I promised Joyce I’d make it.”
He looked at her, stepping backwards as he smiled into the wind. Tm off, Sienna. Wait for me.”
Once he left, the wind rushed back. Sienna touched her hair, an inexplicable sense of unease creeping in
Josial…he won’t run into trouble, will be!
