Chapter 557

The next day, I was up at 9:00 am. I quickly washed up and changed clothes, still groggy from the late-night call that had stretched until past midnight. I hadn't mentioned to Grace that I was flying to Purmere to see her today. Rinsing off the foam on my face, I glanced at my reflection in the mirror. I looked fresh and neat, and my mood lifted slightly. Would she be surprised to see me today? The thought filled me with a secret thrill. However, that excitement plummeted when I stepped out of the hotel and bumped into the Wellington family. "Good morning, Mr. Wright." Franco strolled over in his usual arrogant manner, as though nothing had happened yesterday. Still, I noticed that the dark circles under his eyes were even worse than the last time I saw him. "Mr. Wellington, is there something you need from me?" Franco chuckled dryly. "If I recall correctly, Mr. Wright, you're here in Watford for investment opportunities, yes? I'd like to invite you to lunch. Perhaps we could dis