Chapter 418

Nicole had a wonderful time in Jacob's company that night. After dinner, they went for a drive along the beach. As Jacob drove Nicole home later that evening, she sang along to the car radio, her radiant smile infectious. The day's troubles seemed to melt away, and Griffin's presence faded into insignificance in the face of their joy. However, Jacob soon noticed something amiss. Frowning, he spotted a car tailing them in the rearview mirror—it was Griffin. Jacob's grip on the steering wheel tightened, his eyes flashing with a cold determination. He had never expected Griffin to actually follow him and Nicole instead of returning home. "Coco, hold on tight," Jacob reminded Nicole softly, giving Nicole a knowing look. Their connection was so strong that no further explanation was needed; she immediately understood and fastened her seatbelt. Suddenly, Jacob accelerated, and the warm night air rushed through the open windows. Yet, instead of fear, Nicole felt a surge of excitement. She