Chapter 2976
"Nicole..." Tia looked at her, her eyes filled hesitation, as if to ask, ''Is this really okay?''
"I''ve still got things to handle, and I''m worried I won''t make it in time, so I''m actually relieved to leave
this in your hands, " Nicole exined. She then reassured Tia, "Don''t worry, everything''s been taken
care of."
Tia nodded, now understanding the situation.
She was aware thattely, Nicole and Jared had been personally picking up Nn and Lana for the
kids'' safety. Now that Nicole was entrusting her with this responsibility, and with Nicole''s assurance that
arrangements were in ce, it likely meant someone would be there to ensure Nn and Lana''s
safety. So, Tia felt a sense of relief.
"Okay, I''ll make sure to be there early tomorrow morning," Tia said, smiling.
She really adored Nn and Lana and was more than happy to pick them up.
Nicole had made these arrangements out of concern.
''If someone is actually after me, it''s better I keep my distance from the kids,'' Nicole thought to herself,
''to keep Nn and Lana out of harm''s way.''
Jared seemed to pick up on what Nicole was thinking, giving her a thoughtful look.
By limiting her time with the children, Nicole was protecting them, but it also meant she herself was in
more danger.
Feeling Jared''s gaze, Nicole smiled at him.
Jared''s expression changed ever so slightly, then he gently took her hand in his.
Her smile grew as she moved a bit closer to Jared.
He didn''t speak, but she understood his concern and his feelings.
"There won''t be any problems, especially with you by my side," Nicole whispered, her voice just
reaching Jared.
Jared''s hold on her hand grew firmer, his actions speaking louder than words.
Nicole''s smile turned even sweeter, her heart filled with warmth.
"Tia, could you also pick up Mrs. Wace Sr.? Dinner will be ready soon," Gloria said, checking the
time and reminding Tia.
"Sure," Tia replied, getting up.
Stanley stood as well, adding, "Tia, I''ll go with you."
As Stanley followed Tia out, Gloria smiled to herself, then turned back to Nicole. "What''s Er been up
to these days? I heard from Emma he''s been leaving early anding homete, barely around."
Maybe he''s just busy with his work at thepany," Nicole replied, deliberately not going into detail.
"He always takes your advice. Just remind him to take care of himself. Work matters, but rest is just as
important," Gloria suggested.
Nicole nodded in response to Gloria''s advice. "Okay, I get it."
But as she agreed, a sense of unease lingered in her mind.'' Why has Er been leaving so early and
coming backtetely? Even if he''s busy with work, it seems excessive, doesn''t it?’ she thought, her
brows furrowing slightly.
After dinner, with these thoughts still circling in her mind, Nicole decided to reach out to Patricia for
more insights.
"Ms. Riddle," came Patricia''s voice on the other end, a mix of surprise and concern. "What''s up? Why
are you calling at this hour?"
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"Have you seen Er around recently?" Nicole asked straight away.
’No," Patricia replied, her voice tinged with hesitation. After a pause, she added, "Is something wrong
with him?"
Nicole took a moment, contemting how to phrase her concerns. "He''s been acting a bit offtely, so I
just wanted to check."
"What seems to be the problem?" Patricia''s voice now carried a note of worry. She hadn''t seen Er in
thest few days either. ''Could something bad happen to him?'' she wondered.
"I''m not really sure, but everyone''s noticed he''s not quite himself. He insists he''s okay, though..." Nicole
shared what she knew, her tone reflecting her uncertainty.
Patricia let out a soft, troubled sound. "That doesn''t sound good."
"Yeah, I''ll keep an eye on him," Nicole said, concluding the call as she realized Patricia didn''t have any
more information.
As she put her phone away, Nicole turned around and found Jared looking at her.