Chapter 76

• Andrew wanted to say something to Emerald before she left his car, but the right words escaped him. He wished he could reassure her, tell her not to worry about her father or Max and his Mafia. Yet, in a world full of uncertainties, making promises seemed futile.
• So, he remained silent, watching as her footsteps took her away. Maybe this temporary separation was for the best. The path he was about to take could put her in danger, so perhaps staying apart was an act of kindness rather than cruelty.
• Taking control of the steering wheel again, Andrew was ready to drive off when his phone rang. Catching sight of the caller ID, a smirk spread across his face—it was the call he'd been waiting for.