CHAPTER 150 HUTTON'S MISCHIEF

After the three of them finished their meal, Bella paid another visit to Mary. Seeing her immersed in work, Bella felt a sense of relief. “Bella, I’ll grab a taxi home,“ Kate announced, answering a phone call before hailing a cab. Bella knew it was Kate’s mother calling to urge her to come home. Once the taxi departed, she returned home with Hutton. “Bella, I’ll go take a shower first,” Hutton stated, retrieving clothes from his suitcase before heading to the bathroom. Bella acknowledged his words and proceeded to the bedroom to change into pajamas. She poured herself a glass of water and stood by the French windows, admiring the night scene. After a while, the doorbell rang. As Bella approached the door, she saw Kennedy standing on the other side. Bella swung the door open, her gaze falling upon Kennedy. The scent of alcohol clung to him, suggesting he had recently attended a party. He looked unhappy. “I told you to wait for me at my place. Why didn’t you listen?” he asked.