Chapter 57

In Jessica’s ears, his words sounded smug, as if he were bragging. She was not ready to go back and forth with him.

“I have no idea, and that is the reason I called you,” Jessica said, gritting her teeth.

Her plan was to live a quiet life at the mansion from now on. She would avoid him at all costs. She was going to ignore his existence, but he had somehow made her speak to him in less than twenty-four hours.

“It’s my apology,” Xavier confessed.

He figured there was no reason to make sarcastic comments that might offend her. He was in the wrong, and he should make it right.

Xavier’s direct answer threw Jessica off. Just less than two months ago, he had difficulty speaking, let alone apologizing. Was he finally growing up? Was it her influence? Or was he simply maturing on his own?