Ellinor recalled that when they first arrived at Dr. Callum's place, they were informed by his housekeeper that he was upstairs meeting with a friend.
With that, she temporarily put her suspicions about Bartlett to rest. "So, you're friends with Dr. Callum too?"
Bartlett, with his devilishly handsome face, gave a charming smile. "Well, I'm quite popular. I have friends all over the world."
Ellinor scoffed, pulling a face. "Clearly."
Bartlett jingled the car keys in his hand. "Let's go. I'll give you a lift."
Ellinor glanced around the quiet surroundings. There was not a single taxi in sight. She looked at her son, still a little bewildered from their recent reunion, and, after some consideration, decided to accept Bartlett's offer.
"That would be much appreciated, Mr. Rex."
Bartlett sighed in a slightly annoyed manner. "Ellinor, considering our relationship, you really shouldn't be so formal with me."
Ellinor gave him a sidelong glance. "Even though we are friends, it's best to maintain some formality. I wouldn't want to give people the wrong idea."
"Fair enough." Bartlett responded, though secretly wishing for such misunderstandings.
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