Chapter 68

Unexpectedly, Kara pulled the car door handle on the front passenger side. Frank stared wide eyed. He didn’t dare move.

Because the car was locked, Kara knocked on the window. Frank’s heart skipped a beat like it was going to burst out of his throat. The tension within him now was much greater compared to when he faced the assassin.

“Jeremy, I know you’re in there. Please open it. I really need your help.”

Frank broke into a cold sweat. His brows furrowed. ‘Should I just go?’

His hand went up to the car key, ready to turn it. However, seeing the annoyance on Kara’s face, he finally sighed in resignation and opened the lock.

Without wasting any time, Kara got in and threw the bag into the back seat. Pulling on her seat belt, she gasped for breath.

“There aren’t any taxis around here, and I have to go to Garcia Hospital. Please take me….”

Just then, their eyes met. Kara spontaneously froze. Her eyeballs trembled. Her hand that was fastening the seat belt froze.

Frank also fell silent. He hesitated about what to say. Should he

explain his presence there, ask about Kara and Jeremy’s relationship, or offer her a ride?

“So…, who’s sick?”

Kara sighed faintly. Her tongue is numb.

‘Your son, Frank. Our son. He must have been scared when his hand

was in a cast and we weren’t there to accompany him.’

Kara wanted to answer like that. However, after one blink, she put the seat belt back in its original position. “Sorry, I thought you were

Jeremy. He’s the one who usually watches over me, isn’t he?”

“Kara, wait.” Frank took her hand. He could feel a small vibration on the slightly cold skin. “Let me take you there.”

“This is none of your business,” Kara said curtly.

However, Frank could detect fear and sadness in that tone. “Aren’t you in a hurry?”

“I can get a taxi. Now let me go! Don’t hold me back,” Kara jerked her hand away, but Frank was reluctant to let go.

“Okay,” he sighed, emphatically. “I will not interfere. So, please let me take you. I would feel very guilty if your journey was hampered because of me.”

Kara fell silent, staring at the gray beads in front of her. Frank was supposed to not only accompany, but also look after Louis. That’s his duty as a father.

However, after swallowing bitter air, Kara whispered, “Promise not to find out about this matter. If I ever see you in the hospital or hear anything about your interference, I’ll hate you for the rest of my life.”

Frank took a deep breath. He really wanted to help Kara further. However, if he was only allowed to deliver, he must accept. At least,

for now.

“Okay, I promise,” Frank sighed resignedly. “Garcia Hospital, right? I’ll take you there.”

Kara’s heart trembled. She could see the sincerity in the sad eyes in

front of her. But suddenly, Frank reached out to grab the seat belt at the side of her head. Kara could only blink with her mouth tightly shut.

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“Don’t worry, Kara. You’ll be there soon,” the CEO sighed as he buckled the belt.

Kara knew the man was seriously paying attention to her. However, there was nothing that could be done other than maintaining a cool attitude.

“Please hurry. I have to be there soon.”

Frank would probably have been offended by that kind of unfriendly tone in the past. But now, he just nodded and obeyed.

During the journey, neither of them made a sound. Kara kept folding her arms across her chest and looked out the window.

Others might think that she was arrogant, but Frank knew. Kara was holding back her nerves. Her hands couldn’t stop squeezing his

elbows.

“Kara ….”

“You have agreed not to interfere, Sir,” Kara interrupted.

Frank snorted slightly. His pride was hurt. “That’s not it,” he explained quietly. “I’m just curious. Since when did you know that Jeremy was watching over you?”

Kara’s furrowed eyebrows changed meaning. The anxiety in her veins had been replaced by tension.

“I’m not stupid, Sir. Anyone would be suspicious if a car was following him,” she said stiffly.

“But this is a different car, and judging by the way you got in, you had

no doubts at all.”

Frank’s voice was light, even close to a whisper. However, the pressure Kara received was great enough to weigh on her head.

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“That’s because this car is where Jeremy usually parks. Besides, who could afford a car this good in our apartment?”

Frank’s lips pursed. He hated the fact that the woman he liked lived with poor people.

Therefore, he did not speak any more. He didn’t want Kara to think he was interfering and asked to be dropped off in the middle of the road. Instead, he handed her chocolate candy which he took from the side pocket door.

“What’s that?” Kara raised an eyebrow.

“Jeremy’s chocolate candy. Since you need it, just take it. He won’t be angry. I can buy him a new one later.

Kara’s brows furrowed even more. “I don’t need candy.”

“Yes, you need it,” Frank said confidently. “Chocolate can help the brain produce the hormones serotonin and dopamine. Both compounds can improve mood. Besides, don’t you like chocolate?”

Kara was flabbergasted. She never expected Frank to pay so close attention.

“Why keep quiet? Take it. It can cheer you up and relax you. Jeremy started eating it since working with me.”

Kara’s eyes involuntarily began to fill with tears. She couldn’t remember the last time a man had given her that kind of warmth.

However, even though her hands were itching for attention, she shook her head firmly. “No, thank you. I’m fine.”

Frank smiled wryly. He had never been rejected so many times in a day. Before returning the bottle to the door, he poured chocolate candy into his mouth.

Frank didn’t really like chocolate, but thanks to Kara, he’s eaten it

Arriving at the hospital lobby, Kara immediately unbuckled her seat belt and took her bag from the back seat.

“Thank you very much, Mister Harper. You can go now.”

Frank understood the meaning of that statement. Before Kara opened the door, he whispered, “I know you are strong and you can definitely face problems. But, if you have big trouble, don’t hesitate to contact me. I will always be there for you.”

Kara was silent for a moment. Her chest tightened again. However, after shaking her head briefly, she got out of the car. Frank could only stare at her back until it disappeared.

“What really happened? Who’s sick?”

Frank tapped the steering wheel. He really wanted to follow Kara, but was afraid of breaking his promise.

With furrowed brows, he moved the car into the parking lot. There, he took out his phone and called someone.

“Hi, Frankie!”

“Wela, are you in the hospital?” Frank said without further ado.

“No. I’m attending a conference in another town.”

Frank grimaced. “What about Rony?”

“My darling Frankie, Wela and Rony Garcia are inseparable. We are always together.”

Frank snorted. Wela caught the vibration. “What’s wrong? Just tell me. We’ll help as best we can. This is about your beautiful girlfriend,

isn’t it?”

Frank’s expression suddenly brightened. His eyes widened as if he