Chapter 774

I never expected to run into Ellie at the bar in the middle of the night. While I had been so busy with my own issues that I hadn't been keeping an eye on her, that didn't mean I'd stopped caring. Ellie was dressed in a muted green gown, modest and elegant, looking completely out of place in the chaotic atmosphere of the bar. I didn't approach her right away but followed quietly, curious to see why she was there. I watched as Ellie made her way through the crowd, heading toward the back and turning a corner toward a room. That room was Jewel's office. Did Jewel reach out to her? Alarm bells went off in my mind. I quickly walked over to the door. Fortunately, it was slightly ajar, allowing me to see and hear what was happening inside. "Ms. Massey, I'm starting school next week, so I won't be able to come here anymore. Could you please settle my recent performance fees?" Ellie's words surprised me again. So, she had been working here to make money. Judging by her tone, she had b