Chapter 166

"Please don't tell me it's that annoying William again," Christina thought, feeling a wave of irritation wash over her. She grabbed her phone from the bedside table and glanced at the screen.

The caller ID showed it was Mia.

Her frown immediately softened, and she answered the call as quickly as she could. "Hey, Mia! Sorry for the delay with your renovation plans."

If it hadn't been for the car accident, she would have already completed the design plans for Mia's properties by now.

Given the delay, Christina didn't expect Mia to wait for her indefinitely. She assumed Mia had probably handed the project over to another designer.

"Christina? Is that really you?" Mia's voice was a mix of surprise and joy. "We were supposed to meet that day, but you never showed up. I tried calling you, but couldn't get through. I thought I'd try again today. Have you been okay? Did something happen?"

"I had a car accident on my way to meet you and lost my memory. I couldn't remember anything until recently," Christina explained briefly.

Mia's eyes widened in shock.

She had suspected something had happened to Christina, as it was unlike her to not answer calls. But hearing the confirmation still startled her. "Christina, did you investigate the driver? I'm worried this wasn't an accident but someone trying to harm you." Mia's concern stemmed from her own experience.

Her closest confidant, her husband, had plotted to kill her. If it hadn't been for Christina's friend, they both might have died that day.

Mia feared Christina might be a target too. "I think you should look into it. If it was an accident, it's just a bit of time wasted. But if someone is out to get you, at least you'll be prepared."

"I know, thank you." Christina also found the two accidents suspiciously coincidental.

If William hadn't saved her the first time, she would have been the one hit.

Could she really be that unlucky?

Maybe Mia was right. Someone might be plotting against her, trying to take her life.

"We're good friends, and we've been through a lot together. No need to be so formal. Are you still in the hospital? How about I come visit you?" Mia didn't mention the renovation at all.

She had already halted all the renovation work and was staying with her daughter at her mother's house, a spacious three-story villa. They had plenty of room, and she didn't want to pressure Christina while she was recovering.

Christina thought for a moment. "Let's meet outside. I could use some fresh air."

"Sure, I'll find a nice hotel nearby, and we can meet there," Mia agreed readily.

After hanging up, she booked a room at a nearby five-star hotel and drove to the neighboring community.

She had a key to Alex's place and let herself in without knocking. "Alex, stop playing your game and get ready to go out."

"I'm not just playing games; I'm working hard to pay next month's rent and groceries," Alex replied without looking up, his eyes glued to his phone screen. "Respect my profession. I'm an esports player!"

"Yeah, right. Real esports players make tens of thousands a month. How much do you make?" Mia retorted bluntly. "I bet you struggle to make even ten grand a month."

Her words hit Alex hard.

He hadn't even made ten thousand this month; his total earnings were only about eight thousand.

"But you can't compare me to you. Compared to my peers, I'm doing well. Many people don't make as much as I do," he argued.

He had seen job listings where college graduates earned only three or four thousand a month. His earnings were double that.

Mia was exasperated. "Do you know how much was spent on your education? And you're at an age where you should be thinking about marriage. Can you support a family on your current salary?"

She pointed out that even Christina, who hadn't graduated yet, earned more than him.

"I get it. Are you trying to set me up again?" Alex's face showed more frustration. "Last time, you said you had a great match for me, but she never showed up."

He had been puzzled then but now realized it was part of a plan to push him.

"You're worse than my parents. You must have been a hitman in a past life to be this ruthless."

Mia couldn't help but laugh. "Do you really think I'm that kind of person? Relax, I'm not that petty. She had a car accident on her way to meet you last time. She's better now, and I'm here to take you to meet her."

"Really?" Alex was skeptical but figured Mia wouldn't lie about something like this.

He finished his game and put down his phone. "I'll get ready. Give me a minute."

Men didn't need much time to get ready. A quick change of clothes and a splash of water on his face, and he was done.

Soon, they were on their way to the hotel.

They had just sat down in the private room when the door opened, and Christina walked in, dressed in professional attire. "I hope I'm not late."