Chapter 12 Kylie dropped a deposit on a sweet ride and planned to cruise out tomorrow .
But as she hit the pavement , her phone buzzed with a call from Jasmine Fraley , Craigs mother .
Kylie , hon , hows it hanging ? Youve been MIA at the hospital .
Jasmines voice was all smiles , but Kylie wasnt buying the act .
Kylies heart sank .
She remembered how shed once been a regular in Jasmines hospital room in her last life , offering comfort like a loving daughter .
The other patients had no idea they werent related .
But that was all a facade .
Jasmine had known about Craig and Melanies secret affair the whole time .
After Kylies amputation , Jasmine had made it clear over the phone that Kylie was never good enough for her son , and now , with her disability , she was even less so .
The call had been brutal , a stark contrast to the sweet Jasmine .
It had cut deep , leaving Kylie in tears .
But now she was done being hurt .
Jazz , lets cut the chase .
Craig and 1 are over .
Dont hit the up again .
Kylies words were blunt , and she ended the call before Jasmine could even stutter .
Jasmine was left there , phone in hand , like a deer in headlights .
Kylie , who used to be all about my Craig , has just iced me out ? What gives ? Scratching her head , Jasmine fired off a voice message to Craig .
Hey .
I just got ghosted by Kylie .
She says its done between you two .
Whats the 411 ? Craig was at a restaurant , fork halfway to his mouth with Melanie , when his phone lit up with Jasmines message .
His stomach dropped .
Kylie , who was always about chasing his shadow , had just thrown in the towel .
What had flipped her switch : Trevor was taking in the night view from the Opulence Hotels top floor suite when a knock on the door broke the silence .
Zach barged in , his eyes wide with a mix of excitement and fear .
Mr.
Walters , you gotta hear this .
Ms.
Thompson was dead on about that pearl pendant its stolen property ! Hed done some snooping , and the truth was more chilling than fiction .
The pendants previous owner had been taken out by some heavy duty poison .
It was a dark chapter that the pendant had been through , changing its color to an eerie black and purple before it was cleaned up to its current , vibrant pearl .
Zachs voice was shaky , and he rubbed his arms as if to ward off a chill .
This things got bad juju , man .
Its been a total buzzkill .
Trevor exhaled a cloud of smoke , his gaze steady .
If she says to return it , thats what well do.
Already taken care of , Zach said , a hint of relief in his voice .
I sent it back , no questions asked .
This pendants not worth the hassle it brings .
Kylie raced up the driveway of the Walters residence in her new electric car , her pulse racing .
Shed gotten a distress call from Noreen , who wasnt feeling well at all .
As soon as Kylie arrived , she tossed her keys to Grant , the butler , and hurried into the house ..
Inside , she found Trevor , looking sharp in a white shirt that accentuated his broad shoulders and long legs .
He glanced over when she came in , his look a lot cooler than his usual warmth for his grandmother .
Kylie paused , noticing the frown lines on Trevors forehead .
She suddenly remembered she was still in her workout clothes .
Chapter 12 from her last minute dash out of Liams shop , her white tee now decorated with unflattering splotches .
She took a quick inventory of her appearance before looking back up .
Hows Noreen ? Trevors voice was clipped .
Shes upstairs resting .
Kylie didnt have time to thaw his frosty demeanor .
With a nod to Trevor , she took the stairs two at a time , her heart heavy with worry for Noreen .
But Trevor flagged her down .
Well , Ms.
Thompson , he said , all serious .
We gotta chat about something before you go see Grandma .
She pivoted , an eyebrow arched in curiosity .
Lay it on me , then .
Grandmas not doing so hot , and she wants us to crash here for a few days , he dropped the news , his face etched with sincerity .
Kylie bobbed her head , cool as a cucumber .
No sweat , Im cool with that .
But Trevor dropped a bombshell .
Shes asking us to share a room .
Kylies jaw almost hit the floor .
I Ill talk to her , she stammered , her eyes as wide as saucers .
Lets just do it .
The doctors say her emotions cant take too many ups and downs , so we need to keep up appearances for her , Trevor said , like he was reading from a script .
But I promise its all an act , no feelings involved .
And with that , he was up the stairs , leaving Kylie to chew on his words .
She stood there for a beat , and then let out a small laugh .
This was all a game , and as long as it scored points with Noreen , she was in .
Trevors little disclaimer about their non existent love was probably his way of making sure they both stayed in the friendzone .
But he didnt need to fret about her getting all heart eyed .
She was on the same wavelength .
It was all just part of the gig .
Kylie bounded up the stairs , spotting Noreen looking a tad fragile on the bed .
Hey , Noreen , she greeted with a gentle smile .
Noreen , hearing the sweet tone , waved Trevor away like he was a bothersome fly.
Kylie , get over here , sugar .
Trevor , feeling as useful as a screen door on a submarine , tried to keep his cool How you doing , Noreen ? Anything else thats bothering you ? Kylie inquired , her voice as soothing as a lullaby .
Noreen gave a slight shake of her head , her voice barely a whisper .
Im hanging in there ; just a bit wiped out .
Seeing you two makes my day a lot brighter Is your head acting up ? I could give you a massage .
Back in the day .
Felicia used to love it when I massaged her head .
Let me go wash up real quick , Kylie added , slipping out of the room to finally clean her hands .

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Trevors brow lifted , his disbelief as plain as day .
Kylie was trying a bit too hard , and he was on to her game .
As soon as Kylie left , Noreen turned to Trevor , a sly smile playing on her lips .
This ones a keeper … Dont mess this up .
I got this .
Kylie returned soon and Noreen faked a snooze .
Im feeling a bit sleepy .
Kylie , dear , Trevors been having these headaches .
Why dont you give him a massage ? Kylie froze , not expecting that curveball .
Trevor was just as surprised by his grandmothers sudden suggestion .
Grant , take notes .
Kylies got magic hands .
Once youve learned her moves , you can be my personal masseur , Noreen said , playfully drawing Grant into the mix .