The sudden ringing of Valencia’s phone made her pause her actions of packing her things into her bags. Without taking a look at the caller, Valencia directly picked up the call and said, “Hello.”

“Valencia, I’m sorry.” Lessie’s apologetic and choked sob drifted into Valencia’s ears from the other end of the phone.

Upon hearing Lessie’s words, Valencia straightened her back, and her eyes flickered with several emotions. Nevertheless, Valencia gritted her teeth and stretched her finger toward the hang-up button.

As if knowing what Valencia planned to do, Lessie’s brittle voice drifted from the other end of the phone. “Please, don’t cut off the call. I… I was just...