Chapter 274

"Last time I visited your place, I noticed that you had a pet dog. I ordered some toys for the dog online and had them shipped to your address. The packages should be arriving in the next few days. Please keep an eye out for them."

After reading Penelope's message, I felt a mixture of emotions.

Why did someone as kind as Penelope have to suffer so much?

For years, she had been wandering alone in various cities. Now that I was also alone, I didn't want her to live in solitude anymore. I called her, hoping to convince her to stay in Johnsonville.

If Uncle Paul and Aunt Karen came looking for her, I would do my best to help her escape from them.

"Sorry, the number you have dialed is switched off."

Penelope probably needed some time alone.

I sent her a message asking her to stay, and then asked Bryan to escort Joey out of the company. I returned to my desk with a heavy heart.

By the time I finished work that evening, it was completely dark outside.

I had overcome my trauma and cou