Chapter 478

I called Brandon after I got in the car. This time, he didn't take long to answer. "Hello." "Where are you?" I asked immediately. Brandon was silent for a few seconds before he asked, "You're back?" Just hearing those few words made my throat tighten. I wouldn't be back if it weren't for him. "Yes. Where are you? I want to see you." My firm tone was laced with anger. "Go home. I'll come to you." Brandon's words made me close my eyes for a moment. The next second, I spoke slowly and deliberately. "Brandon, do you not understand what I said? I said I want to see you." "I'm at home. Ellie is here too," he finally replied. However, those last words made it clear that he didn't want me to go there. He didn't want Ellie to witness any argument between us. Not to mention Ellie's fragile health, which couldn't handle any emotional strain, her presence alone would make it difficult for me to have an open conversation with Brandon. I didn't insist further. "Fine. I'll wait for you at