Chapter 425

I was so close. Maybe I could try again.

I put Doggo on the floor, lay back down, and closed my eyes, trying to return to that dream.

But the more I tried to fall asleep, the more awake I felt. Suddenly remembering my promise to Grandpa Shaw, I reached for my phone to check the time.

6:30 AM.

Grandpa Shaw and Professor Killiney kept a regular schedule, usually having breakfast at 7 AM. If I hurried, I could make it.

I quickly got up and got ready. Just as I was about to leave, my phone rang. It was Luke.

"I'll drive you to the hotel."

"Mr. Walker, I can drive myself. It's no trouble."

With Luke's help, I had overcome my driving anxiety and could now drive confidently.

This was a small matter I could handle myself. No need to bother him.

"I'm outside your house."

I stopped reaching for my car door. "I'll be right out."

I thought Luke was just giving me a lift on his way somewhere, but when we arrived, he got out with me.

"Do you have business with Professor Killiney, Mr. Wa