Chapter 146 The Past
- **Third person**
- Valerie sat across from Mr. Denver at a vintage outdoor restaurant, surrounded by lush greenery and the soft chirping of birds. She had paid for a private space to keep eyes away from them.
- Mr. Denver and Val took one table. Frances and Elliot took another, far enough to not eavesdrop on their conversation and close enough for Elliot to keep watch on Valerie.