Chapter 129

“Are you here?”
“Yeah, but I’m renting the place. Normally, I drive for a ride-hailing service, and occasionally, I take on hire when they’ve been drinking.”
“Oh, okay.” Although Serenity recognized this driver, she was not well-acquainted with him and only greeted him today because they had met before. She didn’t dwell on it.
Zachary glanced at Jim, who immediately understood the message conveyed by his boss’s look.
In the future, Jim would need to be cautious while following Zachary in public to avoid being seen by Serenity, as it would inadvertently reveal his identity. If that happened, Jim would face serious consequences.
Once home, Serenity habitually sat on the swing while Zachary returned to his room.
They did not speak again that night.
The following day, Zachary was about to leave when Serenity finished making breakfast. “Mr. York, you haven’t had breakfast yet.”
Zachary adjusted his tie, and Serenity noticed it was the one she had gifted him.
She had thought he wouldn’t like it or wear it, so she was surprised to see him in it today.
“I have an early meeting and can’t be late. I’m worried about traffic, so I need to leave early. I won’t have breakfast at home and will order takeout later.”
“I’ve already made breakfast. Don’t order takeout. I’ll pack it for you so you can take it to the office.”
Zachary hesitated for a moment, finding it difficult to decline her generous offer, especially since her breakfasts were always delicious.
Serenity brought out an insulated lunch box, filling it with sandwiches, a hard-boiled egg, and some salad. She closed it before handing it to Zachary. “Eat it when you get to the office. Don’t work on an empty stomach.”
“Okay.”