Chapter 66

Chloe couldn't shake off the persistent thoughts about Max's peculiar behavior when he received that phone call. His sudden departure and evasiveness had triggered her deepest insecurities, reminding her of the painful betrayal she had endured in her past relationship. Despite her overwhelming love for Max, she knew she had to be cautious this time.

Max sensed Chloe's unease, his eyes picking up on the seriousness etched across her face. Concerned, he reached out to her, his voice filled with genuine worry. "Are you alright? You've been awfully quiet."

Chloe mechanically took a bite of her cheese bread, but her mind was far from focused on the flavors. Her thoughts consumed her, preventing her from finding solace in the present moment. "I'm fine. But who was on the phone, Max?"

Max hesitated, realizing that Chloe didn't fully believe the explanation he had given. He understood her skepticism and the importance of her trust. "Oh, that was just the site engineer for the North project."