the elderly woman
Chapter 42
Giselle picked up the phone while standing on her balcony.
“Hello, Zach?”
There was an extended pause from Zachary, as if he couldn’t quite believe it was Giselle he was speaking to.
Atter a moment, he finally said, “Giselle, are are you alright?”
Zachary had lost contact with her while he was abroad and later heard about her accident at the river. Since then, there had been no trace of her, neither alive not
Having been on many expeditions with her, Zachary was familiar with her survival skills and always held onto the belief that she was still alive. He even used his Yamily’s private jet to retum to the country to look into the matter. It was only upon hearing her voice now that he felt a sense of relief.
Giselle chuckled, reassuring him, “Don’t worry I’m alright. It was just a simple misunderstanding.”
“I’m glad to hear that,” Zachary replied. He paused momentarily before saying, “I’m back in town now. How about we grab a story straight from you.
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together? I’d love to hear the
Though Giselle felt a bit apprehensive, especially considering the family ties between Donovan and Zachary, her hesitation was briet. she soon agreed, saying, “Sure, Let’s have lunch togetherTM
Around noon, Zachary drove to her place and picked her up himself. She was dressed in simple, casual attire, with her chick, long hair styled in a lively high! Lien without any makeup on, she confidently made her way to the passenger seat without hesitation.
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you really gave me a scare this time,” Zachary said as he drove, making small talk. “I tried calling you countless times while I was in Usna, but you never picked up “Everyone Inked had a different story. It wasn’t until a few days ago that I heard about your car going into the river. I was so worried that I flew back immediately
“Thanks,” Giselle said nonchalantly as she leaned back in the passenger seat. She added with a hint of regret, “After the accident, my phone ended up in the water as well. I didn’t replace the SIM card for several days, so it makes sense that you couldn’t reach me.”
Zachary pressed on. “What exactly happened that night? With your expertise, I find it hard to believe you’d make such a basic mistake.”
selle paused for a moment. She had planned to tell the truth, but doing so would bring up decades of feuds between her and Renee, resulting in a never–ending saga. Perhaps it was better to main silent.
**t was may own fault,” she said vaguely. “I didn’t know that part of the road well. I was on the phone while driving, took a tum too quickly, and ended up e
the accident”
Zachary didn’t ask for more information Sering that she was unhurt and as lively as usual, be found no reason to focus on the uninteresting details. The pair had a delightful lunch at a nearby restaurant before making their way to a billiards hall.
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Giselle had a natural talent for sports. In addition to enjoying thrilling extreme activities, she was dilled at ball games, particularly billiards, which she often played with Inends. Try spent hours absorbed in the game
Atasound four or five in the atteson, just when Zachary began feeling a bit worn out, he received a call. After that, he tumed to Giselle and said, “My Family wants the home early for dinner, Would you like to join us?
“Hmm?” Giselle abstutedly waved her hand to decline. “There’s no need to go to your place. Let’s just end it here for today. You should head home early.” “stold on You didn’t let me finish,” Zachary replied with a slight gain. “I mainly wanted your help at my house. My grandmother has had a cat for many years, but it became seriously ill a few days ago We’ve consulted several vets, but no one has been able to help. Sauce you’re an expect, I was hoping you could take a look. “Why nou just have your grandmother bring the cat to a clinic?”
“The cat in beatly at death’s door,” Zachary said, histone becoming serious “other doctors have said there’s no hope and adviced us to give up. My grandmother has lost her appetite and is constantly worried because of this.”
Upon brating this, Giselle hesitated and couldn’t help but ask, “Will your uncle be at your house tonight too?
