Chapter 48

Even though Shirley had already deleted Samuel's number from her contacts, this number had been firmly etched into her memory from the numerous times she had called him over those six years. She couldn't forget it if she tried. Shirley's mind fell into chaos. Why did Samuel call her? What did he want to say? What was there to say between them? Benjamin glared fiercely at Shirley, whose mind was wandering. His anger burned even greater as his appetite had not been satisfied. To one side, Arthur coughed to get Shirley's attention but failed as Shirley remained ignorant. He coughed again. Benjamin's piercing glare turned onto Arthur. Arthur didn't dare to cough anymore. Shirley finally reacted and looked over at Benjamin only to be met with his handsome glower. She was about to explain when Benjamin reached out and took her phone. He opened up her call history and tapped on that number. Was he trying to return the call? Shirley was startled and reached out to snatch th