181 Good Buddies

Pakerfall finished her meal as quickly as possible. After eating, she went to get the car keys from Adler and prepared to leave with Calantha. Just like she had planned, everything went according to plan, and she hoped that nothing would go wrong. Calantha also felt it was time to go. She hadn't returned home the previous night, and Paula was probably worried. Moreover, having Parkerfall as an ally, even if she was impulsive, was better than planning alone. "Thank you for your hospitality and the roses," Calantha said, holding the bouquet as she bid Adler goodbye. "Goodbye, Mr. Adler." Adler, reluctant to see Calantha leave, knew he couldn't force her to stay. He wanted her to stay all day, and she wanted the same, too, but Paula would eat her alive if she didn’t make it back to the Villa as she promised. "Alright, I look forward to seeing you again," Adler said. "I'll develop the photos we took and send the best ones to you." Calantha thought she could develop the photos her