No More Waiting, She Chooses Love novel Chapter 460

When Ernest's video call came through, I was sitting on the hotel's balcony, gazing out at the rain-soaked cityscape.

Being in an unfamiliar city always had a way of nurturing a sense of melancholy.

And the rain outside didn't help one bit.

Bits and pieces of a conversation I'd overheard through the video were echoing in my ears, revealing why Conrad had asked if I knew who Ernest was. It also shed light on Jeremy's unusual behavior towards Ernest.

Turns out, Ernest was one of the Collinses.

Here I was, thinking he was just some broke guy, but in reality, he was a well-hidden scion of wealth and influence.

But why would he hide his wealth? Was he acting like one of those undercover bosses from a book, worried I'd only be into him for his status?

The thought made me smile bitterly as I picked up my constantly buzzing phone and answered the call.

Ernest's handsome face appeared on the screen, "Licia, let me explain."

He knew I'd seen the video call log and had heard everything.

"Explain what?" I asked, idly twirling my toes, pretending ignorance.

"Licia, I didn't mean to deceive you or keep it from you," Ernest said earnestly.

I traced circles on the window glass with my finger, "Everyone has their reasons. You're free to keep your secrets."

"Licia..."

"Ernest, you asked Conrad to look after me because you knew he'd be cautious around me if he wanted to collaborate with the Collins family, right? He wouldn't dare mess with me."

"That's not it..."

"And what kind of boyfriend asks his girlfriend's ex to take care of her?" I murmured.