Chapter 17
Hailey's POV
Just as I was about to leave, Connor suddenly stood up. He strode directly towards me with a calm yet resolute look. "I'll send you back," he said.
I was taken aback, then smiled and shook my head, "No need, I can handle it myself."
He ignored my answer, grabbed the car keys, and walked out. As he walked past me, he commanded coldly, "Follow me."
Surprised yet oddly touched. I followed him to the car and got in.
Soon, he drove me to the warehouse near the café, where I was living.
Connor glanced around my place as if scrutinizing there. "You live here?"
I quickly said, "It's good and safe here. And Vernon said I don't have to pay rent."
Hearing my words, his lips tightened. After a moment, he took my hand and said, "Come back with me."
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