Crises in Love (Zora and Jaylan) novel Chapter 446

Zora shot me a glare sharp enough to slice through steel before storming back to the ward.

Jaylan shot me a sidelong glance and began to explain in a hushed tone, "I couldn't find anyone on short notice, so she stepped in to look after my mom."

I cursed silently. What did I care?

But I forced a smile, all sweetness and light. "That's wonderful! She's perfect for the job!"

No sooner had words left my mouth than my phone chirped. A quick glance told me it was Ronan calling. I excused myself and stepped away, Jaylan calling after me, "Allie..."

Not missing a beat, I continued to walk away.

I answered the call and heard Ronan’s voice, "Aaliyah!"

"Yes?"

"Addrion and I have just landed in Goldenvale Town," Ronan's voice was irresistibly charming.

"Oh?" I gasped, a surge of joy flooding me. Addrion was coming home at last. But out of the corner of my eye, I saw Jaylan still watching me, so I reined in my excitement and asked nonchalantly, "Back already?"

Ronan detected the off-note in my voice. "Bad timing? We'll talk later then."

"Sure! Text me where you're staying," I said, and he agreed before hanging up.

I wondered if this time, Addrion would truly come home.

"Allie..." Another soft call.

I glanced back to see Jaylan approaching, his tone uncharacteristically gentle. "Look, Allie... about what I said yesterday, I was heated. Forgive me. Let's sit down somewhere calm and talk it over, okay?"

I gave him a knowing smile. "Your actions speak louder than any talk. We'll discuss this tomorrow." With that, I shot Hannah a look and strode away.

Jaylan probably misunderstood my words and chased after me, "Tomorrow, then. I'll be waiting for you, Allie. Think it over."

I chuckled to myself, mentally snide. Let him wait. He'd get his answer.