Chapter 422

Scott's eyes opened, glancing at the rearview mirror. As the car he was in came to a stop, the vehicle in the rearview mirror also halted. However, the occupants inside did not get out. He observed the motionless car in the rearview mirror, pocketed the box, opened the car door, and stepped out. Without a backward glance, he ascended the steps and entered the hotel, displaying no hint of hesitation; his strides were steady. Lucas, seeing Scott exit the car, hastily paid the fare and followed suit. Only after confirming Scott's entry into the hotel did Lucas rush inside. However, as he entered, he noticed the elevator doors closing. In that split second, he caught sight of Scott standing inside. There was even a momentary, direct gaze exchanged. Lucas stood frozen. He felt like that person might have seen him. Inside the elevator, Scott stood with his hands in his pockets, the other gripping his phone. Observing the person in the hotel lobby and the surprise and trepidation