Crises in Love (Zora and Jaylan) novel Chapter 323

She checked her surroundings and pulled off a smooth U-turn, revving the engine.

"What's going on?" I asked, my suspicion tinged with curiosity.

"Zora's stirring the pot!" Hannah said curtly.

"Oh?" I raised an eyebrow, "What's she up to now?"

"The realtor called. Someone wants to view the house, but Zora's causing a scene, claiming it's hers, and she's giving the realtor a hard time!" Hannah scoffed with disdain. "She's just asking for trouble!"

"Let's head back home!" I instructed Hannah with a dismissive wave, "If there's a mess, we'll clean it up for good."

Hannah looked puzzled, glancing my way.

I spoke with calm authority, "Today, I'm ending this nuisance for good. She's going to give up on that thought, once and for all. Trust me!"

Hannah gave me a thumbs-up and floored the accelerator.

Returning home, I didn't expect to find Jaylan Dawson sprawled on the couch like a starfish, he looked utterly disheveled.

He perked up at the sound of the door, and upon seeing me enter, he bolted upright. "You're back already? What time is it?"

I shot him a glance, "Didn't you go to the office?"

Scrambling to his feet, he tried to look presentable. "I will, I will... Just wanted a quick nap!"

I stopped him sharply, my tone edged, "Might as well keep sleeping! It's 11:45 AM, nearly lunch break. Why bother going to the office now?"

He paused, confused, "Is it past 11 already?"

He hurried up the stairs after me, mumbling, "I don't know what's up today, I feel so tired, dizzy. Couldn't wake up, felt awful all over!"

"Then sleep. Get some proper rest," I said, though honestly.

But to Jaylan, my words carried an underlying message. He was quick to protest, "No need for sleep, I’ve got loads to do!"

I suddenly stopped, and he, unprepared, bumped into me, nearly knocking me off balance.

Stabilizing myself, I asked irritably, "Can't you watch where you're going?"