Chapter 40

Patrick Banks POV

Valerie had no idea that Celeste was the one who gave me all the information I needed.

She thought it was her mother and I saw it as a perfect opportunity to cover Celeste’s tracks. I didn’t confirm nor deny her assumptions.

I knew she would eventually find out later, but that wasn’t my problem at the moment.

I was happy that she finally agreed to go out with me.

Of course, I didn’t want just one lunch with her.

I just lied, so she would agree.

I had other plans.

There was no way on earth I would let Valerie go again. Even if she was with Jamal, I still wouldn’t give up. I intended to get her back together with her.

And I wouldn’t rest until I did.

After the call ended, I remembered that Celeste had one last thing to tell me. But first, I needed to get her back her license.

I pulled out my phone and dialed a familiar number.

“Judge Pennington,” I said once he answered. “It’s Patrick Banks.”