Chapter 140

Patrick Banks POV

I hated how I spoke to Valerie.

But I just couldn’t stop myself even if I tried.

I was angry. Angry at Jessica. Angry at the world. Angry at most of my thoughts.

Noah didn’t deserve what was happening to him.

Who was even his real father?

I let out a deep sigh as I made my way back to my room. I pulled out my phone from my pocket and dialed Jessica’s number.

The phone rang. Once. Twice. Thrice.

But she didn’t respond.

The call automatically went straight to voicemail.

A low frustrated groan escaped my lips. “Jessica, you have to call me back right now. Don’t play with me.” I sneered.

After that, I tossed the phone on the bed and made my way into the bathroom. I splashed water on my face and let out a deep exhale.

I needed to stay calm.

I couldn’t even figure out why Noah’s return affected me so much and caused me so much rage. I just felt overwhelmed by everything.

“You need to calm