Chapter 155

I shook my head helplessly. "She should know whose child it is. If you're really curious, you could just ask her directly." Kara scoffed. "I don't have time for that. I'd rather spend my free moments looking at Mr. Howell." When she mentioned Brandon, I realized he still hadn't come back. I glanced at the clock on the wall and asked indirectly, "Are you off work now, or are you just hiding in the restroom again?" "Maddie, what are you saying? Do you think I'm that kind of person?" Kara protested. "Mr. Howell has become quite considerate. He's even letting us off work earlier than usual." "Oh? How long ago did you finish work?" "Half an hour ago. I'm already at home and lying on the couch," Kara said. By now, I had calculated that Brandon should have returned already. I hadn't heard any noise though. Maybe he got delayed on the way. "You finish work so early and don't work overtime in the evenings. Will the project be completed on time?" I asked Kara. She seemed to be drinking o