Chapter 222

Out of habit, I took my phone over. I noticed a few missed calls, all from Colin.

I patted my forehead and wailed internally.

It had been almost an hour since I returned, but I forgot to inform him.

I felt a numbness on my scalp. I wanted to call Colin to let him know I had returned safely, but I was worried it might be too late. So, I quickly messaged him instead.

After Helen was done with her daily exercises, she stood by the window to drink some water and rest. In a doubtful tone, she said, "That man has been loitering downstairs for quite some time. He seems familiar. I wonder if he's someone's admirer."

I leaned over and curiously took a look. Soon, I was stunned, and there was an inexplicable emotion rising in my heart.

Of course, he looked familiar. It was Colin.

Had he been standing there? Was he so anxious that he came over and waited for me downstairs because there had been no news from me?

My guilt deepened. Because of my negligence, Colin had come to look for me thi