STREET KING: ASHLEY LOCKWOOD

Chapter 164 - Surprises

Archie waited for Bailey at the parking lot, feeling his heartbeat with tension and anticipation. He decided to protect his now grown reputation by standing under one of the trees, so that the darkness can shade his presence.

A part of him still felt bad about Bailey's parents and how he had to leave them unresponsive. His heart had been clouded with pain, as memories of the ill treatment he had gotten from them reeled in his head.

He drew a deep breath and closed his eyes, attempting to relax his taut nerves. This was the beginning of the end, and now that he had been vindicated, there was nothing left for him to think of. He ran his hand over his pocket, the tiny box was still there.

When he opened his eyes he saw Bailey in the parking lots, looking around in search for him.

“Hey! I'm here,” he called out loudly, waving his hands to catch her attention.

She turned around at the sound of his voice, but when she was still not able to get his direction he walked out from under the