Chasing His Runaway Wife by Jamie Stones (Tabitha Jarvis) novel Chapter 41

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It seemed that Colette truly loved Chadwick. 

However, Chadwick did not seem to catch on to Colette’s feelings for him. 

However, in just a few seconds, countless ideas popped into Tabitha’s head. She piped up with a smile, “A good girl like you, Ms. Ingram, must be coveted by men from all walks of life.” 

“Nah…” Colette seemed a little embarrassed. “I’m so preoccupied with work that I don’t even have time to make new friends. Chadwick’s one of the 

closest male friends I have.” 

As Colette spoke, she stealthily looked at Chadwick, only to see him hanging his head low without any kind of reaction. She could not help feeling somewhat disappointed. 

Still, she was there for business, so she would not tap into her emotions. and put them on full display. Quick as a wink, she put herself together and recited some of the history of that investigator. 

“His name is Trevor Quimby, a renowned figure in the industry. The amount of the assignments he received could even pile up until next year. That said, I can help you cut in line,” she introduced. 

Tabitha repeatedly expressed her gratitude. 

After the matter was settled, the trio chatted for a while more. When Colette glanced at Tabitha’s wrist, she asked in surprise, “Is that “Lone Star’s Tear‘ you’re wearing?” 

After that had been said, Chadwick unwittingly pinned his gaze on Tabitha’s wrist for a couple of seconds. 

“This bracelet looks more gorgeous than when it’s in the picture.” Colette sounded a tad regretful as she added, “It’s a pity that I was on a business. 

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trip that day and could not be there in person.” 

Tabitha’s heart thumped hard for a second. She thought of the bidder number 17 who had pitted against Malcolm at the auction. 

Colette quickly continued, “Otherwise, no matter how much it costs, I’d have gone all out to get my hands on this.” 

Her eyes were fixated on the bracelet, and Tabitha understood what Colette was implying. 

Tabitha smiled, took off the bracelet, and stuffed it in Colette’s palm. 

“Since you fancy it, this bracelet is all yours,” pronounced Tabitha. 

Colette hurriedly refused, “Don’t get me wrong, Ms. Jarvis. I simply think. the bracelet is beautiful, thus the words of admiration-” 

“You know what I think? I think this bracelet is quite ordinary.” Tabitha had always been sensible. She could tell that Colette was embarrassed, so she flashed a gentle smile. “Besides, I’m a doctor. Wearing jewelry like this is only going to get in my way. More often than not, they’d be sitting in the jewelry box.” 

Despite dropping that speech, she sensed a moment of reluctance in her heart. 

Even so, when she thought that Colette might really be able to seek justice for her parents, she began to think less of that mere bracelet. To her, it would not hurt to gift it to Colette. 

Colette genuinely adored “Lone Star’s Tear” so much, coupled with Tabitha’s facade showing she did not like it all that much, so Colette accepted the bracelet. “Okay, you have my thanks, Ms. Jarvis. I’ll wire you the money in a few days.” 

“Oh, no, you don’t have to. Consider this my paying you back for your 

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help,” came Tabitha’s utterance. 

As long as she could get Naomi convicted, she thought it would be worth it no matter the cost. 

“That won’t do!” Colette’s grin grew all the more sincere. “These are separate matters. This bracelet is far too valuable. I’ll have to pay you. What’s your account number?” 

Seeing Colette’s insistence, Tabitha was left with no choice but to leave her account number. Deep down, she planned to transfer the money back to Malcolm after she received it. 

Both women had their attention on the bracelet, and neither of them noticed that Chadwick’s grip on the cup of coffee tightened slightly as he beheld Tabitha with pity. 

Colette saved Tabitha’s account number, admiring the bracelet before turning to Chadwick. “Will you put the bracelet on for me, Chadwick?” 

Chadwick stole a gander at Tabitha imperceptibly and bobbed his head. “Mm.” 

After putting on the bracelet, Colette looked around it happily and then took Tabitha by the hand and said, “You’re so straightforward, Ms. Jarvis. I like you very much. Can we be friends? From now on, I’ll be calling you Tabby just like Chadwick!” 

Tabitha guffawed at that. “Sure thing.” 

As soon as they were finished talking, Colette’s phone rang. After answering the call, she apologized, “Tabby, Chadwick, I have an urgent case to deal with at the firm. I’ve got to go now.” 

Watching Colette leave the place, Tabitha and Chadwick also walked out of the café together. 

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On the way back, Tabitha could not help but ask, “Say, Chadwick, what do you think of Colette?” 

“She’s pretty decent.” Chadwick smiled amicably. “Otherwise, I wouldn’t have introduced her to you.”