Chapter 1342: Please don’t poison me
Meanwhile...
Haines grunted as he instinctively reached for his head before opening his eyes. However, the usual headache he expected never came. A deep crease formed between his brows as his eyes slowly adjusted.
"Penny," he breathed out, recalling the last thing he remembered from the previous night. But before he could dwell on it, he took in his unfamiliar surroundings.
Haines froze, glancing around the room.
It was spacious, tidy, and well-lit. Hints of pink and gold decorated the space, giving it a feminine touch—but not overwhelmingly so. As he inhaled, a delicate, distinctly feminine scent lingered in the air. Looking down at himself, he noted that he was still in his inner dress shirt, though his blazer and tie were draped neatly over a nearby chair.
"Where... is this?" he muttered, completely confused. He had never been here before.
Curious, he swung his legs over the bed and stood. As he did, he noticed something strange: his leg didn’t ache. He squeezed his thigh before testing his steps toward the window. Sliding the curtain aside, he peered out onto a busy street.
"I’m still in the city," he whispered, exhaling sharply. "That’s for sure."
A ridiculous suspicion crept into his mind. Knowing Penny, it wasn’t impossible. However, he hoped — no, prayed — that his niece hadn’t gone that far this time.
To confirm his location, Haines stepped out of the bedroom. He had barely taken a step into the hallway when a familiar voice greeted him.
"Oh? You’re awake."
His eyes flicked to the cozy living area, landing on the stunning figure of Grace.