Chapter 1159

However, Naomi realized she was overreacting, completely losing her composure. She needed to calm down and not let these chaotic emotions control her. So, she placed her hand over her heart, clenched her phone tightly, and closed her eyes to find peace. 'Calm down, don't overthink it.' It was just a few words from him; she should not lose her cool because of that. Telling herself this, her heart gradually settled. After Scott's last words, he fell silent, seemingly waiting for her response. The quiet through the phone amplified the stillness of the deep night, making even the sound of breathing audible. She could hear movements on his end, his breathing, and the faint sounds of swallowing. He was still drinking, talking to her while he was. Realizing this, Naomi felt a bit more at ease. Words spoken under the influence of alcohol were often irrational and easily forgotten, not to be taken seriously. She did not need to worry or take them to heart. With this thought,