Chapter 352: Hed been convinced that Gordon had harbored intentions for a long time.


    But seeing Allisons calm expression, he knew that nothing had happened between them.


    It was just old friends catching up.


    He realized that he had been overly concerned and sensitive.


    Ken mocked himself silently.


    He was losing his grip.


    He had no official standing in her life.


    Even if Allison did something with someone else, he had no right to care.


    Yet Gordons words lingered in his mind: It doesnt matter if youre married.


    Titles mean nothing to me.


    I just want to stay by your side.


    They had felt both ironic and, in some way, threatening.


    They reached the garage before long.


    Ill drive you back to Muisvedo, Ken offered.


    Alright, thank you, Mr.


    Lloyd.


    No need to be so formal, Ms.


    rke, he said, closing the umbre and opening the car door for her.


    After starting the car, Ken noticed Allison hugging her arms.


    He adjusted the heat a little higher.


    Its fine, she murmured.


    Allison found his attentiveness unexpectedlyforting.


    As the warm air gradually filled the car, she no longer felt as cold.


    Do you have any ns for tomorrow? she asked, cing her purse on herp.


    Reclining in the passenger seat, Allison felt herself growing drowsy.


    Kens voice softened.


    Nothing in particr.


    If you need help with anything, just let me know.


    Its not help I need, really.


    I was thinking of taking some time off.


    Working all day isnt exactly fun.


    Mr.


    Welsh called earlier, said he misses me, and wants me to visit Athton.


    He even suggested I bring you along.


    Allison couldnt help but feel a bit resigned at the thought.


    The old man could be like a child sometimes.


    But it was true they hadnt seen each other in a while.


    Smiling, she teased, I honestly dont know how you managed to get along with Mr.


    Welsh.


    He used to dislike cold and distant people.


    When they parted ways in Athtonst time, Emanuel had given Ken so many gifts.


    Despite his tough exterior, it was clear he didnt want Ken to leave.


    Ken raised an eyebrow.


    Do you think Im cold and distant? Allison chuckled softly.


    Sometimes you are.


    After all, people at thepany say youre quite aloof.


    But in reality, after spending time with him, she found that Ken was rxed and familiar with those close to him.


    He wasnt truly cold or unapproachable.


    She thought for a moment, then added, Oh, by the way, lets bring Lorna along.


    Shes got talent, and Emanuel appreciates talent.


    Hell definitely like her.


    Ken nodded.


    It would be good for her to get out and rx.


    As they chatted, the rain outside intensified.


    Yet, inside the car, their intermittent conversation felt peaceful, the atmosphere calm andforting.


    Ken had been so busytely that it was wearing him down.


    In the past, no matter how hectic work got, he would just cut down on sleep and throw himself into thrillingpetitions to calm the restlessness in his blood.


    He didnt need to go anywhere to find peace.


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