Chapter 1039

Joe said nothing. He glanced at Skylar, who was fast asleep. He glared at Howard and signified that he should change the drip out and get lost. Howard took the hint immediately. He sped up. He wanted to leave as soon as possible. Who liked to be a third wheel? The two men went downstairs and stared at each other. Howard started, "Have we been worrying over nothing?" "They didn't need our concern." Paul nodded. … Skylar hadn't thought she would fall asleep. In addition, she sat on the ground with her head on the bed. She fell asleep with her hands interlocked. She must have been really sleepy; if not, she wouldn't have fallen asleep in such a horrible position. Skylar couldn't help but critique herself. Before she could continue, her eyes met Joe's. One couldn't tell what he was thinking from his dark eyes. "How are you feeling?" Skylar asked. She eyed the view outside. Night had fallen. How long had she been sleeping? The drip had already been taken away. Joe s