Chapter 66

So, after Naomi left, Jason once again reminded Chloe that she didn't need to worry about Brendan's meals. Chloe remained silent until both Naomi and Jason left. Only then did she turn to find Brendan. She knocked on his office door. Brendan immediately sensed that something was wrong. He asked, "Did you run into Naomi?" "Yeah," Chloe replied hesitantly. "I had prepared lunch for you, but Naomi..." Before she could finish her sentence, she stopped herself. Brendan's gaze lingered on her momentarily. Chloe quickly changed the subject. "Brendan, are we still going to the cemetery in the afternoon?" "Yes." "In that case, I'll prepare some things first." Suddenly, Brendan said, "Stay away from Naomi." Chloe hesitated for a moment and then whispered, "Alright." … Brendan returned to Yellowind Bay at around 9:00 pm. Naomi had returned before him, as usual. She greeted him casually, "You're back." Brendan hung his coat on the rack and asked, "Did you throw away Chloe's food to