Chapter 1339

Wayne seemed too interested in staying longer, and Luther could tell. He knew Wayne was using this business partnership to find out more about his connection with Pearl. Luther wasn't going to give him that chance. "I'm sorry, but I don't plan to do that for now," Luther said, checking his watch. It was fifteen minutes later than he thought, which made him frown and lose any interest in continuing the conversation. "I need to go now. I have something to get to," Luther added. Wayne looked like he wanted to say something to keep Luther there, but he held back when he noticed Luther's annoyed expression. "I'll come see you again then." After watching Wayne leave, Luther quickly grabbed his coat and headed downstairs. The car that had been parked outside was gone. His phone buzzed with a new message. It was from Pearl. [It's a little late and I don't want to be late picking up Dar, so I left without you. :) ] Reading the message, Luther felt a mix of warmth and regret. He remembe