Chapter 2532

"I want to go back to Neptuna and check on Mom." Catherine pondered, a hint of longing flashing in her eyes. Perseus nodded. "That's great. Aunt Gabriella is probably feeling lonely too. It's good that you'll keep her company. I'm gonna leave you to pack up the tent and everything. I have to go now." He glanced at the tent and his suitcase. The whole thing felt like a damn joke. He'd come all this way to see a dragon, and it was over before it even began. It was just like that time with Liam and his prostitutes—he'd picked a woman, agreed on a price, and was already imagining the positions he wanted to try. But just as he pulled his pants down, the police showed up for an inspection. How was he not supposed to be pissed? "Okay. Safe travels," Catherine said, watching him leave. But Perseus didn't head off right away. After descending the mountain, he spotted Lavender's car waiting at the foot. Clearly, she'd gone out of her way to wait for him. Without hesitation, he opened the