Chapter 77

As the officer spoke, Clifford and Ziven came into view. He was impeccably dressed in a suit and a knee-length brown overcoat that made his legs look even longer.

Clifford glanced down at Latisha, then at Nikita beside her.

Latisha guiltily lowered her head. Her ponytail had come loose, and stray strands of hair fell across her pale face like scratches on white jade, making her look messy and exhausted.

Nikita just frowned, saying nothing. Given their last encounter, and the fact that Clifford hadn't provoked her, she saw no reason to start a fight.

Just as the atmosphere grew tense, Killian arrived. His expression changed when he saw Clifford and Latisha. He strode over to Nikita and hissed, "Nikita, have you caused enough trouble? We're going home!"

Nikita didn't have the will or the energy to argue. Killian pulled her up and led her away. As she passed Latisha, she shot her a worried look.

After they were gone, Clifford finally spoke. “Planning to spend the night here?"