Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2052
Indeed, Gabriella was rarely happy. He hardly ever saw her smile. Still, he knew how stubborn she was. She would never give in.
“No, she won’t listen to me. She’s too headstrong for that.”
“Then, are you going to do nothing as she commits more crimes? Maybe you should leave her,” she suggested. “Rune, I know you’re a nice man. You might be hot-tempered, but you’re actually kind. If you weren’t involved, I would never give any advice.”
A warm, fuzzy feeling spread in Rune’s heart.
Human nature wasn’t that complicated, but as one got to experience unfortunate events in life, one would gradually lose trust in others.
Rune and Nancy were like-minded people. They felt a slight regret for not meeting each other earlier.
“Don’t listen to her nonsense!” Suddenly, a familiar voice rang out.
Shit. I’m doomed. Nancy rose to her feet hastily as her face clouded over.
Why is she here out of a sudden? What is she trying to do? Don’t tell me she overheard our entire conversation Nancy bit her fingers nervously.
It was clear that Gabriella wouldn’t let this slide.
She’ll definitely target me as well.
“Gabriella, why are you here? Shouldn’t you be resting at home?” Rune stood up and went to her anxiously.
Gabriella glanced at him before her gaze landed on Nancy. She snickered out loud.
What a small world. Why are Joan’s friends everywhere? I wonder why Nancy is here. Is she here to sound him out? Gabriella refused to believe that Nancy knew nothing.
“Nancy? What a coincidence,” Gabriella greeted her icily.
“Yes, fancy running into you here. Are you here to shop, too?” Nancy forced herself to calm down.
She was racking her brains to figure her next best course of action to no avail.
“Do you know each other?” Rune asked suspiciously.
Is such a coincidence even possible? She’s Gabriella’s friend! Rune felt a sudden flare of joy.
What a fool. If I hadn’t arrived in time, he must’ve revealed everything to her. Gabriella scoffed silently.
In fact, Rune had already told Nancy everything he knew.
“Since you’re busy, I’ll leave now with the clothes. Bye, Rune!” With that, Nancy turned to leave the store.
Gabriella stepped forward and blocked her exit without warning.
Is she going to threaten me now?
“Ms. Barrymore, why are you in a hurry to leave? Did you steal something here?”
Is she crazy? Nancy was not amused. I am a Barrymore, and I’m also married to Jory Synder. I can’t even finish spending the money I have in this lifetime. How dare she suspect me of being a thief?
“Ms. Ward, please make way. I’m sure Mr. Lindell knows what kind of person I am. You can ask him about me. I really need to go.”
“Oh, no. Ms. Barrymore, we’ve just met. Why are you in a rush to leave? Are you feeling guilty?” Gabriella inched nearer to her and forced her to a corner.
Feeling guilty? I have a clear conscience!
“Gabriella, you’ve misunderstood her. Ms. Barrymore is a returning customer of mine. She isn’t that bad,” Rune hurriedly interjected.
“Shut up! You don’t even know you’re being fooled!” yelled Gabriella.
What the heck? Who is fooling me?
“Gabriella, what are you talking about?”
