Chapter 1520

Skylar and the others had anticipated that Finn might approach Janine, but they hadn't expected him to act so quickly. He sought her out early in the morning, without even waiting a single day. Since it was her day off, Janine had stayed home until 9:00 am before stepping out to buy groceries. There was a farmers' market just a short walk from her complex, and she often took the opportunity on her free days to visit it. Stocking up on fresh vegetables and meats saved her from having to make multiple trips throughout the week. Janine had only walked a short distance from her complex when someone approached her directly, blocking her path. "Janine, it's me." At first, Finn didn't recognize her. Janine had undergone a dramatic transformation. The woman in front of him bore no resemblance to the simple, rural homemaker from 20 years ago. She now exuded an air of sophistication and looked younger and more stylish than he had imagined. But her face—there was no way he would have mi