Chapter 31
Author: De Castro
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In Vancouzer, Kelvin was lying on his sofa half asleep, with the thoughts of Cara on his mind. Falling in love with a potential enemy was something he didn't see coming. He lay still, his gaze fixated on the table set.

"Fucking assholes," he lamented. His face was dull and tiring, he had been returning Cara's call, but she wasn't answering. He couldn't help but wonder what could be her problem.

A loud ringing from his cell phone drew his attention, and he glanced at the phone vibrating on the edge of the table. He was too tired and wanted to ignore it, but on the second thought that it might be Cara's call, he got up and picked up the phone.

Staring at the screen, the caller's identity was boldly written as Pamela. He inhaled deeply and rolled his eyes in disappointment. Pamela's call was the last thing he wanted.

He picked it up and placed the phone in his ears, without uttering a word.

"Hey big boy," her melodious voice rang out. Her voice was so soothing and could ease one's pa
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