Crises in Love (Zora and Jaylan) novel Chapter 136

Logan gave me a thumbs up, "Allie, you might've just done us a huge favor!"

"Logan, are you sure you're just a private detective?" I shot him a questioning look.

There was something elusive about Logan, something that hinted he was more than just a private investigator. His demeanor today, his quick wit and the way he carried himself hinted at a man of authority.

He shrugged nonchalantly, "At least I can solve your problems."

His words seemed to confirm my suspicions. I decided not to probe further but kiddingly said, "I'm just wondering how I'm going to pay you. I'm worried I might go bankrupt."

Logan chuckled, "Let's keep your company clean and legit first."

"As long as I can get back what's rightfully mine, I'm willing to give it all!" I earnestly pledged.

I understood what he meant.

"Don't be so sensitive, Allie. Just remember why you started," he comforted.

We both fell silent.

"By the way, Elbert recommended someone as a potential collaborator. Do you know him? He said Catherine knows that person!" I suddenly remembered.

Logan glanced at me, raising an eyebrow, "If she knows him, I do too!"

I side-eyed Logan. Why did it feel like everyone was talking in riddles? Did I know this person too?

Without thinking, I blurted out, "I want to meet him in advance. After all, this isn't just any collaboration. I need to talk to him personally. If you guys know him, he must be reliable, but we still need to agree on terms, whether it's collaboration or just lending a hand."

My heart ached for Addrion's tragic situation. If I hadn't insisted on marrying Jaylan, Addrion would never have faced such a cruel fate. I was glad he was still alive. But life doesn't give you "what ifs".

Back in the day, Addrion and Ronan were close friends. They were classmates who got along exceptionally well, even switching dorm rooms to be together. They were both members of the school basketball team, known as the "Dynamic Duo".

When I first enrolled, it was these two who welcomed me to campus. Since Ronan was also from Silverdale City, I was closer to him.

Addrion often teased Ronan, claiming he only got attention because of Silverdale City. Ronan scoffed, saying that Addrion wouldn’t get my attention even he was from Silverdale City.

During that time, both of them were vying for my affections. However, Ronan was always a bit more subtle than Addrion - this could have something to do with their respective characters. And the first time I visited the salon where Jaylan worked, it was these two who accompanied me.

I remember the excitement leading up to the Christmas' party and talent show. I was particularly thrilled as I was participating in the event and needed a new hairstyle. They both insisted on accompanying me to the salon, and in the end, both of them did.

That was when I first met Jaylan.