Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run novel Chapter 481

Clara narrowed her eyes and let a sly smile cross her lips. "So, Jared, do you know what's going on?"

Since Eli had been tailing her, he should be up to speed on her recent activities.

He pressed his lips together and nodded, "Yeah, I know."

"Did he set up tonight's mess?"

"No, that was Jeff."

Clara lowered her lashes. Jeff, huh? This should be a breeze.

She grabbed her phone and sent Jeff a few charged-up texts using an old number. Just as she expected, Jeff took the bait and agreed to meet.

Clara almost laughed. With brains like that, if he weren't a Smith, he'd have been eaten alive ages ago.

As she started to drive off, Eli jumped in. "Where are you going alone?"

"I'm meeting Jeff. Her random hatred for me... I need to know if Eden's behind it."

Eli opened the passenger door and slid in. "I'm coming with you."

Clara didn't argue, just shrugged her acceptance.

They pulled up at the agreed rendezvous spot.

Before Jeff arrived, Clara turned to Eli, "Aren't you supposed to be the tough one? When she steps out, just knock her out and bring her over."

She made sure they parked out of sight of any cameras.

Eli glanced out the window and nodded. "Got it."

Jeff showed up fast, storming out of her car, fuming. But before she could take a step, Eli knocked her out cold with a swift move.

Clara planned to take her to Z's place, a spot so deserted you'd be lucky to catch a glimpse of a ghost.

As they drove, Eli's unease grew with each passing mile. When they stopped in front of the dark, ominous house, dread washed over him.

Clara got out and knocked on his window. "What are you waiting for? Let's go."