A Touch of Sweetness novel (Finnick and Vivian) novel Chapter 2869

In the beginning, it had been because of the Barrymores and Jory's influence that he asked Nancy to put up an act. If Nancy were to be harmed in any way because she had been dragged into this ordeal, then he could not live with the guilt.

"Larry, there's nothing to worry about. They have successfully boarded the plane," Caspian assured him.

Indeed, he was quite pleased to hear that, but that did little to put him at ease.

Jake was a formidable foe, and he could really hold a grudge. Larry worried that the man would still go after Jory and Nancy after the two returned from their trip.

That bast*rd will do anything and stoop to any level to get what he wants! Larry knew that much.

Ring! Ring! The phone on the sofa rang.

It was an unknown number. Without hesitation, Larry put his phone on speaker mode.

"Hi, Mr. Norton. Come have a meal with me?" Jake's voice sounded over the phone.

Gosh, what's he up to now? Instantly, Larry tensed up. "I'm busy. I don't have the time to entertain you," he said, with a mind to hang up right after.

"Come on, don't be like that. Just so you know, I have a gift for you," Jake added. "Come to the restaurant where you used to bring Joan on dates. I'll be waiting."

Jake hung up the phone first.

What gift can he possibly have for me? It has to be an excuse! And why must he pick that restaurant, out of all places? Larry clenched his fists. The whole thing felt off.

Whatever, it's just one meal. Besides, what can he do to me in broad daylight? Larry packed his stuff, got ready and left the office.

"Larry, let me get some of my men..."

Larry cut in before Caspian could finish, "There's no need for that." Since Jake had requested to meet him first, it would be quite petty of him if he had arranged for backup or an ambush.