Chapter 263

Nicole did not hesitate this time. She packed her bags early the next morning and left the villa. She took the earliest flight to Xeluburgh, where Yves had booked her a first-class seat. As she sat down and pulled out her phone, she realized that Jacob had sent her a few texts. "After the company project is over, shall we go on a vacation together? When would you be free? I'll book the flight tickets." Nicole lowered her eyes and looked at the text messages. She pursed her lips and, in the end, turned off her phone and removed the SIM card. She snapped the SIM card in half and threw it into a nearby trash bag. Then, she inserted a new SIM card Yves had prepared for her. Suddenly, she sensed a presence from beside her. She instinctively looked up and saw Greg, dressed in a crisp suit, placing his suitcase in the overhead compartment. He met Nicole's gaze just as he lowered his head, looking a little stunned. Nicole stuttered, "You're the one who… uh… helped me out at the jewel