With that, I swallowed the lump and gave Lionett a final smile while excusing myself, telling her that it was getting late.

Lionett gave me a smile as I waved at her goodbye.

"It was nice meeting you, Sandra." Lionett smiled. I exited the store, subtly rushing to my car and quickly drove home.

When I finally reached my house, I stored the ice cream tub in the freezer and took out my phone to called Preston.

The phone rang twice before someone picked up.

"Hello?" ...