Chapter 916

The car's air conditioning was on, so the cool air filled the interior. As the door opened, hot air rushed in, mingling with the cold inside, creating a mix of warmth and chill that made one's heart tighten. Charles stood outside the open car door, feeling the blend of cold and warmth emanating from within. The surrounding daytime hustle and bustle seemed to fade away with it, leaving complete silence. He watched the person inside who was flipping through documents, seemingly unaware of his and Naomi's presence together. The sharp, impassive face remained as stoic as ever, showing no hint of surprise. Charles's gaze flickered, then he bent down slightly. "Naomi said you've booked the 6:05 p.m. flight back to Horizon City. My business in Willowstown is also finished, and I've booked the same flight as yours. Can I catch a ride with you to the airport?" It seemed like he and the person inside were not strangers. Scott looked at the contents of the documents, flipping through th