Winning Her Heart Back (Emelie and William) novel Chapter 648

"You mean Ms. Hov— Ms. Pierce?" Ashton was unsure how to address her. "She's staying at the Peninsula Hotel."

William stared into space. She couldn't tell if he was lost in thought or perhaps simply dazed.

After a long pause, he said, "I want to see her."

"Right now?" Ashton thought to herself as she glanced at her watch. It was already half past midnight.

This was hardly an appropriate time for a visit. However, William was already on his feet, heading out the door.

It seemed like his suppressed emotions were growing like wildfire on the night of their long-awaited reunion. He walked quickly, almost hastily, forcing Ashton to jog to keep up with him.

As expected, they didn't get to see Emelie.

Jodie politely said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Middleton. She isn't feeling well and has already gone to bed. It's not convenient for her to meet guests now. If you have any messages for her, please tell me, and I will pass them on to her when she wakes up."

William closed his eyes, recalling Emelie's appearance from earlier that day.

He said, "It's already 1:00 am. There are only a few hours until morning. I'll wait here until she wakes up."

Jodie smiled and said, "No one can predict her temperament. I'm afraid you might wait all night in vain. You should go back. If she wants to see you, I will call your secretary."

However, William had already sat down on the sofa.

The high-end hotel lobby had a chessboard set up as a leisure activity. He picked up a piece and said, "Playing chess under the light of a lamplight is a refined activity. I have nothing else to do, so I'll wait."

Jodie let him be. "As you wish."

With that, she turned and left.

William began playing a game of chess by himself.

Seeing that he was really going to wait all night, Ashton couldn't help but say, "Mr. Middleton, you haven't had much rest these past few days. If you stay up any longer, it will take a toll on your health."