Chapter 30

Ruby's eyes started to get wet, she felt very nauseous imagining what happened that night. She knew very well that Leo had suffered a lot since childhood, but what made him feel really sick was the look on his face which always looked cheerful.

"Is that why you and the people in this city are afraid of him?"

"Not only that, but his current job is also very dangerous because it involves the mafia!"

"What? Mafia? What does that mean? Doesn't he work as a private pilot?"

"Actually, I don't really know what his real job is, but rumors say that Aiden works as a jockey in a casino. There are also those who say that he is an assassin on the deep web. However, there are also rumors that say that he is someone's mistress. a rich socialite who already has a husband."

His eyes widened, he could no longer digest the information Barbara was giving him. It all sounds very surprising and really hard to believe. His chest began to feel tight, he couldn't imagine what kind of life his friends were actually living.

"That's enough! I don't want to hear anything else for now. My chest hurts so much, I can't take it all in yet."

"Okay, I understand. I just want you to know, there are so many things that happen when you're not here. To be honest, I used to really admire the friendship of the five of you. Especially when I heard that you've been friends since you were five. Seeing you very familiar with each other, it makes me very jealous and feel very amazed. When you left, their situation was very different and I know it was because they felt like they missed you very much."

"Oh, I see?"

"Yeah, that's what I think."

"Barbara!"

"Hmm?"

"How about you go with me to Carson too? We can rent an apartment together. I'll ask Henry to give you a job. Oh no, I'll ask Pierre or Jake. I'm sure they can help."

"It would be really fun, right? I've always wanted to be close to you. However, because you rarely hang out with girls, I didn't dare to approach you."

"So, what are you waiting for? Let's go together!"

"Sorry, Ruby. But I can't."

"Why?"

"If I could, I probably would have done it a long time ago."

"Why not?"

"My mom is sick, there is no one who can take care of her. I deliberately stayed working at the minimarket because it was close to my house. So, I could continue to take care of my mom."

"Is that so? I understand!"

"Therefore, don't waste the opportunity you have now. You have friends who care about you, so don't waste them!"

Ruby smiled softly, for some reason she felt very sorry about why the two of them rarely talked when they were at school.

"Barbara, thank you very much. I'm happy because you're the first friend I met when I came back to this city. I hope you also get the happiness you deserve!"

"Yes, my happiness is taking care of my mother. I'm quite happy with my life."

"Thank goodness! Ok, tonight I will call Henry and tell him that I will accept his offer."

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She decided to contact Henry and tell him about the offer he made.

"Good night?" She said, trying to greet Henry in a friendly manner, even though he felt strange because he called him first.

"You called me at this time of night, you must want to tell me something important, right?"

"Yeah, about that I think it might not hurt to work for your company."

"There's nothing wrong with that, you say? You're still acting arrogant in times of urgency like this? Why don't you just say frankly that you don't have the money to pay for my car repairs?"

"Okay, okay, Although I will try to find Leo and ask for his help, maybe-"

"Wait a minute! What did you say? You want to find that bastard and ask him for help?"

"Yes, of course!"

"What? Damn, are you kidding me?"

"I'm not kidding! Why should I joke with you?"

"Geez, you're really stupid, aren't you? You believe in gamblers like him?"

"Gambler? What do you mean?"

"Ah...never mind! Listen! I've told you this before, don't ever expect anything from him. Do you understand?"

"Wait a minute! You haven't answered my question! What do you mean that Leo is a gambler?"

"Tell you what, if you're curious, just ask Pierre. I don't want to interfere in that fool's life. I just want to hear your decision, are you really sure about accepting my offer?"

"Why are you asking as if something bad is going to happen? You're planning something, aren't you?"

"It's none of your business what I plan! Fine, I'll wait for you five days from now. Come to Carson as soon as possible!"

"What? That fast? I can't! I have to wait until my salary at the cafe is paid. Otherwise, I won't have enough money to find a place to live. Please give me time until the end of the month!"

"Hey, do you think I care? If you don't come five days from now. You're really going to be in trouble!" He said condemningly before ending the call.

"W-wait a minute! Henry, I-"

Tit...tit...tit...

The call was cut off, Henry was indeed the king who had the heart which made him start to feel depressed now.

"You bastard! Just watch out, someday I'll definitely kick you...!"


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