Chapter 357

Ella's call went unanswered. It was neither picked up nor declined. Ella's eyes flickered with thought. Could it be that he didn't hear it? But it seemed unlikely, given how Carter had just called her moments ago. The more plausible explanation was that he had turned off his phone. Carter was sharp. He might have sensed something was off and powered off his phone. With no response, the call eventually timed out and canceled on its own. "No answer," Ella said with a shrug, her tone light and feigning innocence. "Not my fault." Liam's piercing gaze locked onto her, silent and unreadable. He seemed to be weighing her every word and action. "Do you want me to try again?" Ella asked tentatively, testing the waters. She already knew the outcome wouldn't change. Liam's narrowed eyes glinted with suspicion, a faint smile playing on his lips, though it carried no warmth. "If you call again, do you think anyone will pick up?" He didn't need her to answer. He already suspe