All Too Late novel Chapter 383

Chapter 383 Waging War

Samuel did not utter a word as he got out of the car. While shooting him a side glance, Charles’ decisive tone rang out.

“I'll take your silence as an agreement to this bet.If Kate chooses Ryder, then you're not allowed to disrupt their relationship like you did with her and Caleb.” Samuel did not stop walking even after hearing that.

Only he was aware of his agonized, bleeding heart at that moment. If Kathleen truly fears me, that means I can never be with her again.

From today onward, she'll be someone else's girlfriend and wife-to-be.

I can no longer be close to her. Samuel looked as though he was in utter agony. At the same time, he knew this was all his fault—he deserved this fate. Will it truly require my death to gain Kathleen's forgiveness? It's like we're back at square one.

Things are as miserable as they were back then. It felt as though he had stumbled into a deep, hell-like pit, where he could not escape. Meanwhile, Kathleen arrived at the first office building.

It was located in an industrial area outside of the city center. The building only had three floors, but they were spacious and well lit. Kathleen was still wearing a black gown with the same colored suit draped across her shoulders. The real estate agent was enthusiastic as he said, “This place is fairly decent, Ms.Johnson.It's newly built, and the previous company only occupied it for half a year.”

“It’s a nice environment but a little too far from the city,” Kathleen replied in a placid tone of voice.

“Not at all.It'll only take forty minutes to travel here by cab.” A chuckle came from Kathleen, who pointed out, “Do you expect my employees to take a cab here every time? Aren't you aware of how much it costs?” Her reply shocked the agent.

“Gosh, it's my first time meeting someone who cares so much about her employees, but there’s a bus service here.”

“A bus service which comes around every thirty minutes.”Kathleen had already done her research before arriving here that day, so she curtly said, “Forget it.Show me the other location instead.”

The agent nodded, but it was then that his phone rang.

“Sorry, I have to take this call.”

“Go ahead,” Kathleen replied. Subsequently, the agent turned around to answer his phone while Kathleen roamed around for a bit. She found the environment satisfactory,if not for the inconvenient transportation issues. The place was clean, which she loved.

Click!

Clack!

Click!

Clack!

Suddenly, a series of heeled footsteps came from behind her. She soon turned around and realized it was Dorothy.

“Why are you here?” Kathleen was a little taken aback. Anger seethed from Dorothy as she demanded, “I want my son back.” That garnered a scoff from Kathleen, who retorted, “Zion has already told me the truth, Dorothy.He’s not biologically related to the Hoover family.It's merely a coincidence that he has a unique bodily physique.” Dorothy froze.

“How did he find out?”

“Perhaps he overheard it when you guys discussed it.” Kathleen indifferently added, “Therefore, why wouldI hand him over to you if he's not your son?”

“However, according to the law, I'm his legal guardian,” rebuked a frowning Dorothy.

“Your guardianship can be revoked since you've abandoned him once.” Kathleen flashed a half-smile. Every muscle in Dorothy's body tensed up when she heard that.

Seeing the former's reaction, Kathleen snidely remarked, “Perhaps you should read more about the law.” Dorothy was so livid that she rushed up to grab Kathleen's wrist, and that sparked an explosive annoyance in Kathleen, who instantly slapped the former. After Dorothy snapped out from a daze, her features twisted into a scowl as she raised a palm to cup her reddened cheek.

“This place is too far away.Overall, I felt having a spot in the city would work better, so I asked the agent to take me there.Little did I know he would ditch me after a phone call.” Preposterous! Samuel’s gaze darkened.

“You could've told me that you were looking for a property.Why trouble yourself like this?”

“There's no need.” Kathleen shook her head. When Samuel saw how determined she was, something tightened in his chest.

He explained, “Don’t worry.I’m merely recommending you a place.You'll have to discuss the rental fees on your own.” He figured it was all right as long ashe did not interfere with her decisions.

“You know a good spot?” Kathleen blinked.

“Yep, it's right in the city.” Samuel drove while continuing, “The building has seven floors.Although the size of every floor is a little small, the building has convenient access to transportation andis in a decent environment.”

“That sounds nice.Could you take me?”

“Sure,” Samuel answered huskily. He drove ahead with his attention fully pinned on the road ahead. Kathleen couldn't help but sneak a glance at him. His aura remained imposing.

Even while sitting next to him, she could feel an immense sense of authority emanating from him. Without a doubt, Samuel was her type on paper. Perhaps it was his jaw-dropping good looks, but Kathleen felt no one could compare to him. The thought of that made her sigh. Samuel can win me over with his looks alone.

As for everything else about him—

“You've been staring at me for five minutes.” Samuel’s gravelly voice sounded, breaking Kathleen out of her thoughts.

“W-What?” She snapped put of her trance. Suddenly, Samuel slowed the car to a halt. It made Kathleen increasingly nervous as she asked, “What are you doing?”

Samuel froze while unbuckling his seat belt.He looked over at the adorably frightened woman and could not help chuckling.