Revenge is Best Served After Reborn (James) novel Chapter 41

Colby said, "He said it was okay, not too expensive either."

At that moment, the car took a sharp turn and stopped abruptly. Sophie, not seated securely, found herself tumbling into a broad and firm embrace.

A voice, cool and steady, reached her ears from above, "Adler, keep the car steady."

"Got it!"

Girls indeed seemed more important to this guy than his buddies.

The car pulled up outside a luxury apartment complex across from Eastwood College. Colby handed a key card to Sophie, "I’ve already entered your personal info. Just swipe this card to get in and out. This place has excellent privacy, and most residents are prominent figures in the industry, so it’s great for networking."

Sophie glanced at the complex. She had considered renting a place here when she decided to come to Eastwood Collegem but describing these apartments as merely 'expensive' was an understatement. Qualifications were needed to live here.

Colby must have gone through a lot of trouble to secure this apartment for her.

"Go in and see if you like how it's furnished." There was a softness in Colby’s eyes.

Sophie entered the building. Her apartment was on the thirteenth floor, which offered the best view. As she opened the door, a faint scent wafted through the air. The decor was upscale and minimalist, exactly to her liking.

Adler jumped in, "See, I told you Ms. Sophie wouldn’t like it. What girl likes this style? Girls usually prefer something more whimsical."

"No, I really like it." Sophie turned to Colby, "Thank you."

"Won't it be too dull for you?"

"We have other matters to attend to, so we’ll leave you to it," Adler said, hurriedly pulling Colby away. He really needed to give his buddy a piece of his mind about his cluelessness.

With a 'click,' Adler shut the door, and Colby casually adjusted his cuffs.

"Not cool, man. Are you insane? Charging her rent? Are you that strapped for cash?" Adler was almost ready to kick Colby. "No wonder you’ve been single for twenty-six years."

"Just a strategy," Colby replied nonchalantly.

"She knows the apartment is expensive. Giving it to her for free might make her feel uneasy staying there." Colby slightly curved his lips, "Besides, the more she owes, the harder it is to clear the debt, and the more I get to see her."

Adler was stunned, "Holy crap!"