Chapter 25

Chapter 25

“According to what you said, you had already fled the house, so subjectively he couldn’t still pose a threat to you. Mr. Connor’s actions clearly exceeded the necessary limits for self-protection. If he causes severe harm or even death to Tucker, he needs to face criminal charges, Wesley stated.

Camila’s face turned pale.

“Don’t worry. I’ll pay for the best defense attorney for him,” Erica said, holding her cold hand

“Hold on. I’ll book a flight back tomorrow!” Wesley exclaimed.

“Come off it. You barely passed the bar exam after two tries. Don’t drag someone else into your mess. Besides, don’t you have finals this week? If you don’t graduate, your dad will have your head,” Erica teased.

“That really stings! I’ll ask my advisor if they know any good criminal lawyers in Fairmount” Wesley retorted.

Camila interjected, “Let’s not bother just yet. I’ll ask Connor if he can handle this.”

“True. He did say he had the connections to deal with it. Let’s not overthink this,” Enca agreed.

After their shower, they lay in bed.

“Connor’s gone all out for you. Aren’t you moved? Enca tumed to ask

“Moved? Who wouldn’t be? I definitely need to thank him property, and repay him,” Camila said resolutely

“Why not give yourself to him! You guys have already slept together” Enca joked, a bit wickedly

“Get lost. You are supposed to be a modern woman How can you have such outdated ideas? There are many ways to show gratitude,“ Camila scoffed, looking at her friend with disdain “Would you fall for your boss?”

Erica burst out laughing, “I might, but my boss is g a y!”

“Are there no straight men in the fashion industry? Camila questioned in disbelief

Erica raised an eyebrow. “Maybe, but I haven’t met one

“I still need to send my boss a message to thank him Camila sat up in bed, grabbing her phone, then paused.

Erica asked, “What are you daydreaming about?”

“I don’t have his number,” Camila admitted with an awkward laugh

Erica laughed silently. “Some assistant you are?”

“I always report in person. Let me find the executive contact info that Alan gave me

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Camila searched through her phone, finally finding Connor’s number. She composed a new text and sent it. [Mr. Connor, I can’t express my gratitude in words. You’ve been a savior to mel meterally grateful and ready to repay you for saving my life!

At Cedarhill Estate

Connor saw the message, and smiled slightly it was so formal

He saved the number, labeling it Camila

At Willowbrook Estate.

“Has your boss not replied?” Enca inquired.

Camila stared at her phone, shaking her head. “Maybe it’s because it’s an unknown number? Oh my, what if he’s been arrested?” “That’s unlikely. The incident happened at your place, and you’re directly involved. If he were arrested, the police would have contacted you too.” Enca reassured, patting her shoulder. “Don’t bother going back. Move in with

“it’s alright. I was planning to move anyway Living at your place isn’t ideal long-term. Let’s not talk about this now. Once all this is over, rs And a secure apartment complex, so don’t worry about me