Chapter 187: Layla’s muffled sobs

"Hmm. That explains it," Ruby said with a faint smile. "Layla, I’m really sorry again for not telling you anything. A lot was going on, and I didn’t want to burden you when your problems seemed bigger than mine."

"Please stop apologizing," Layla replied warmly. "Just promise me you’ll tell me whenever you’re in trouble. By the way, do you have a new number now?"