Chapter 655

Aiken fixed his gaze on Skylar. "Hello," he said, "and thank you for your efforts." "Skylar, are you tired and hungry? Let's have dinner now. It's the perfect time for it," Simona said. She watched their polite exchange, eager for them to connect. Simona was delighted with her choice of a future sister-in-law. Charming women always surrounded Aiken, but none had captured his interest enough for marriage. Simona hoped to change that; she didn't want him to remain single forever. While others couldn't influence him, she believed Skylar could. Skylar checked the time. It was already 7:00 pm. "No need. I have other plans for the evening. Let's have dinner another time," Skylar said. Just then, a WhatsApp message from Joe popped up on her phone. The text read, "Where are you? I'll pick you up once I'm done." Skylar sent her location to Joe. "No need. I'm far from home." Joe replied, "Parkinson Residence?" Skylar responded, "Yes." Looking up from her phone, Skylar saw Simona's d