Chapter 54

Nicole stepped on the dry twigs on the ground and prepared to take her leave. But Jacob grabbed her wrist. "I'll go instead." "You?" Nicole scrutinized him, noting the dreadful state of his suit. His originally crisp suit was now stained with dirt, making him seem particularly disheveled. Even so, he still appeared sophisticated, looking incongruous in his current setting. He'd definitely strike suspicion if anyone saw him. She continued sarcastically, "Forget it, your Highness. If you were to go out, you'd get caught in an instant before you even get to ask for directions! "I've been here before, so I'm quite familiar with the place. You stay here and wait for me." With that, Nicole left promptly. She happened to wear a casual sports outfit today, and she certainly looked like a college student with her hair up in a high ponytail. Although her attractive looks attracted attention, no one stared at her suspiciously. She stopped a middle-aged woman who was hurrying along. "M