Chapter 2637 Yeah, I have a place there.
Its pretty affordable, Zoe replied.
Rosalynn nodded, choosing not to comment further.
Brian drove towards Star Garden.
The car was quiet, with the atmosphere a bit tense.
Rosalynn decided to break the silence.
Zoe, why are you working part-tat the club on New Years Eve? Why not be with your family? Zoe seemed a bit uncomfortable.
Well, working on New Years Eve pays three times the usual rate, and the tips are really good.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtRosalynn considered Zoes situation and figured she needed the extra cash.
Zoe just wanted to make a bit more.
Dilan snorted, his voice laced with bitterness, Holidays are just an excuse for the wealthy to celebrate.
For people like us, its just more hardship.
What would someone with your money know about that? Brian, gripping the steering wheel tighter, shot Dilan a sharp look.
Go ahead, Dilan.
Make another rude remark, and see what happens.
Dilans lips curled into a mocking grin, his eyes daring.
Oh, youre gonna teacha lesson now? By all means, try.
Just remember your promise to my brother to look afterand my sister.
You! Brians grip tightened on the steering wheel.
The urge to stop the car, yank Dilan out, and teach him srespect surged through him.
But before he could act, Rosalynns fingers wrapped around his, her touch firm yet gentle.
She gave him a small shake of her head, silently asking him to let it go.
Dilans hostility simmered beneath the surface, his words laced with bitterness.
If letting him vent his frustration eased the tension, theyd let him speak.
They both knew they still owed his brother, and that debt weighed heavy.
Brians jaw clenched tight, his face set in a hard, cold mask as he swallowed his anger.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe tension clung to the air as they drove through the compound gates.
When the car finally stopped in front of one of the units, Zoe was quick to move.
She leaned forward, voice bright with relief.
Thanks for the ride, Mr.
Hughes, Rosalynn.
Rosalynn turned in her seat as Zoe reached for the door.
Wait a second.
Zoe froze, her hand still on the handle, eyes flicking to Rosalynn in el confusion.
Rosalynn hesitated for a moment, her voice soft but full of concern.
Zoe, you really shouldnt be working at a place like that club anymore. Zoe blinked, clearly not expecting this.
Huh?