Chapter 3121

Time flew, and dusk arrived quickly.

Nicole left work to find Jared waiting for her.

Getting into the car, Nicole smiled at Jared and asked, "Have you been waiting long?"

"Not at all." Jared gently took Nicole's hand, his voice soft. "You look tired. Was it a busy day?"

Leaning her head on Jared's shoulder, Nicole replied softly, "It was okay."

She didn't have any problems with her work. It was just that the issues with Everett seemed to have no beginning or end, leaving her feeling somewhat gloomy. However, she didn't want to tell Jared about this just yet, not until she had some evidence.

Jared looked down at Nicole and gently squeezed her hand, saying, "Tell me if something's bothering you. Don't carry it all by yourself."

A warmth flickered through her heart, and Nicole smiled, saying, "Don't worry, I can handle it."

Hearing this, Jared stroked Nicole's hair, understanding that she wasn't ready to tell him yet, so he let her be.

Feeling a pang of heartache, Jared held Nico