I Walked Away And He Lost His Mind (Zephyra and Steven) novel Chapter 588

The next day, it was overcast in Baxo.

Julian had gone abroad for a competition, and Leonard was still overseas. I called him, but it was his secretary who answered.

I frowned. “Where is my brother?”

The secretary replied, “Don’t worry, Miss. Mr. Lopez is fine. He’s in an online meeting right now and can’t take your call. Is there anything urgent? I can pass on a message.”

“It’s nothing major,” I said, “I just wanted to ask about my brother’s case. How is it progressing?”

The secretary answered frankly, “Mr. Lopez’s case involves the company’s image. The lawsuit itself isn’t tricky, but the evidence-gathering process is difficult and will take time. So, Mr. Lopez won’t be able to return to the country for a while, unless the other party is willing to settle.”

Monica’s false accusation against my brother was instigated by Steven. If they wanted to settle, Steven would likely have to approve it.

I was not going to beg Steven again. In any case, my brother was out on bail, so I’d let him handle it himself.

After a few simple instructions and mentioning that I would be going abroad for a while, I hung up.

Just then, I heard footsteps approaching from behind. I thought it was my grandfather and my heart clenched for a moment—the old man shouldn't know about my brother’s situation. I quickly hid my phone and turned around with a smile.

“Grandpa…”

Before the word was fully out, I froze, staring at the tall, handsome, and gentle man before me. My hands instinctively tightened on the hem of my clothes.

He looked at me with his usual calm expression, his dark eyes holding a hint of a smile.

“Why do you look like you're facing an enemy? Not happy to see me?”

I took a deep breath and forced a smile.

“Don’t be silly. I’m just surprised you’re here so early. Please, sit.”

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