Chapter 35

“I’m sorry, Mr. Atlas. I was out of line. It won’t happen again.” Lianne flinched and swiftly moved away from Zane. On the way back to the hotel, Lianne earnestly gave it some thought. Now that Lianne spent some time with Zane, she saw a different side to Zane that contradicted the rumors. Believing that Zane was a good person at heart, she became bold to step out of bounds. Lianne told herself to be mindful in the future. Zane put out the cigarette and kept a distance behind Lianne until she returned to the hotel safe and sound. Instead of entering the hotel, he stood by the road. Dr. Leah popped out of nowhere. “Zane, Pete had informed Willow to deliver your message to Mrs. Atlas. She won’t be giving Lianne any more trouble.” Zane gave a nod. Dr. Leah then uttered, “Willow mentioned that Mrs. Atlas had been poking her nose everywhere lately because Ms. Nancy and Ms. Graham will be returning home from their studies abroad soon. She wanted to clear all obstacles for Ms. G