Chapter 3020

At the Riddle residence, Jared and Nicole put Nolan and Lana to bed before heading to their own room.

"You must be tired," Jared observed, seeing Nicole's slightly weary expression.

"It's okay, just a bit sudden," Nicole sighed.

"Let's rest for now," Jared suggested, softly stroking Nicole's hair.

Nicole gave a faint smile, took a bath, and then lay down.

Jared gently kissed her forehead, whispering, "Sleep now."

"Aren't you sleeping?" Nicole asked, looking puzzled.

"I still have some work to finish, but I'll join you soon," Jared replied, patting Nicole's shoulder before sitting down at the desk.

Nicole looked at Jared, feeling a warm comfort, and closed her eyes to sleep.

The following day was sunny.

After leaving Nicole at the Riddle Corporation, Jared told Max, "Drive."

"Everett's at a hotel. Doesn't seem like he's house hunting," Max informed.

"Hmm, he won't stick around San Joto for long," said Jared, his expression darkening a bit. He thought to himself, 'Obviously,