A cafe that blends into time

Limited Time: 1 Hour

Yes, the grandfather clock.

Gary wasn't just obsessed with the fact that Tammy had "dumped" him, but also with the grandfather clock in the coffee shop.

This was probably the first time since his birth that he had yearned for something so badly but couldn't have it. The feeling of longing and not being able to obtain it made Gary both tortured and itchy.

"Tammy, stop."

Gary called out, intending to stop Tammy from leaving for the second time.

Tammy didn't even bother with him, thinking to herself that she didn't have time to play with "Little Princess" Mr. York. In just over twenty hours, Simon's life would be in danger, and she would also lose a 168-hour opportunity. She had to think of a way out.

You know, it wasn't easy for Tammy to come across opportunities to "mind other people's business." If she really missed this one, she might not find any other chances to meddle in others' affairs in the next 7 days.

Tammy might face the danger of completely disappearing from this world...

"Tammy."

Gary called out to her again, taking big strides and blocking her path.

Tammy wanted to ask Gary what his zodiac sign was. Why did he always like to block other people's way?

She almost bumped into him again.

No, thankfully, Tammy reacted in time.

This time, it wasn't almost. Tammy's eyes rolled like little fish, and then she let out an exaggerated "oops" and, instead of braking, accelerated, finally fulfilling her wish of making close contact with Gary and colliding with him.

Wow, Tammy couldn't help but exclaim. Mr. York not only had long legs, but he also seemed quite muscular. His chest was broad and solid. He was simply a perfect physical form that everyone loved. But the prerequisite was that Mr. York couldn't open his mouth. As soon as he spoke, no matter how good-looking he was, his plummeting likability couldn't be salvaged.

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The moment she "threw herself into his arms," the remaining time of Tammy's life indeed began to grow rapidly.

In just 2 seconds, Gary had already pushed Tammy away with disgust in his face.

Tammy also imitated Gary's action, dusted off her clothes, and, in order to not look like a p*****t, accused him first: "Why are you blocking my way? You bumped into me."

Gary: "..."

Gary's face didn't look good. He said in a deep voice, "You promised my aunt that you would meet my parents tomorrow?"

Upon hearing Gary's words, Tammy remembered that the aunt had said she should go to the York Family tomorrow and show the tampered pregnancy test report to Gary's parents.

Tammy said calmly, "Your aunt did ask me to come to your house, but you can rest assured that I won't show up in front of you tomorrow."

Tammy thought she could leave after making this promise, but who would have thought that Gary was still blocking her way?

Tammy looked up at Gary and said, "Is there something else?"

Gary smiled, a bit differently from before, and said, "Although I don't know why, you suddenly changed your mind. But since you've decided to part ways with my aunt, then... I hope you can still come tomorrow. As long as you obey, I can give you money, and you can decide the amount."

"What?" Tammy was confused and couldn't quite grasp Gary's meaning.

Gary's aunt had already planned everything, intending to team up with Tammy to trick Gary. She invited Tammy to the York Family for dinner and asked her to tell Gary's parents that Tammy was pregnant with the York Family's grandson.

But now that Tammy had changed her tune, the enemy's enemy was an ally. Gary wanted to use money to buy off Tammy. This way, he could still have Tammy come as a guest.

When Tammy told everyone that she wasn't pregnant, they would see his aunt's plan fail and be slapped in the face on the spot.

Gary was indeed a petty person who sought revenge for every slight. His aunt had tried to trip him up, so there was no reason for him not to return the favor.

Gary looked at her and said, "How much money do you want? Just name your price."

Tammy shook her head without hesitation: "I don't want money. I can't go tomorrow. I don't have time. I have other important things to do."

Simon only had over twenty hours left. Tomorrow was the final deadline of his life. Tammy still didn't know how to save him, so where did she have the time to follow Gary and cause trouble?

"Important matters?" Gary couldn't believe it. What important matters could be more significant than money in Tammy's eyes?

"I said you can name your price," Gary continued. "You don't have to hesitate. Just tell me, and I can afford it."

"Childish," Tammy couldn't help but shake her head and murmur.

"Childish?" Gary was even more incredulous. Was talking about money childish? It was clearly the simplest and most convenient way.

A look of realization dawned on Gary's face. "I see. Tammy, your appetite has grown. Money can't satisfy your ambition anymore? Fine, then. You can ask for whatever you want. You know how well-connected I am, Gary. There's nothing I can't do."

"Right..."

Tammy blinked and finally looked up to scrutinize Gary.

It was true. To successfully save Simon within twenty-plus hours, relying solely on Tammy, a newly-turned human watch spirit, would indeed be difficult. But if someone was willing to help, especially the wealthy and well-connected Mr. York Gary, then...

Maybe it could succeed.

Tammy's gaze towards Gary became "enthusiastic," leaving him a bit puzzled.

"I have a request. Can you agree with that?" Tammy asked tentatively. "If you agree, then I'll also agree to go home with you, and I'll be very well-behaved. I'll do whatever you ask me to do."

This sudden change in Tammy's attitude made Gary feel like it was a trap.

"What's the request? Let's hear it first," Gary said.

"It's very simple," Tammy's face was full of hope. "Don't worry, it's not an unreasonable request like marrying me."

"Still, let's hear it first," Gary insisted. Like a typical business manager, he wouldn't sign a contract without guarantees.

Tammy leaned in close to Gary, cupped her hands, and lowered her voice mysteriously. "Mr. York, can you help me investigate Mr. Simon and the assistant girl named Lucy. Who's with him?"

"Simon?"

Gary couldn't help but repeat the name.

He had thought that Tammy would make some "extravagant" and "unrealistic" requests.

Before Tammy spoke, Gary had anticipated several possibilities. For example, helping her enter the entertainment industry and become a dual-track award-winning actress. Or buying her an entire expensive island. Or...

"Simon?" Gary frowned. "You want to investigate him?"

Gary's heart fluttered as he connected it to Tammy's recent strange behavior. Could it be that...

Had Tammy really wanted to "dump" him a long time ago and switch to Simon's arms? Was that why she confessed her fake pregnancy plan to him while also investigating Simon to cater to his preferences?

"No, no, it's about Simon and the assistant named Lucy, both of them," Tammy emphasized. "Both of them."

Tammy didn't know what Mr. York was imagining. She only knew that Simon's assistant, Lucy, definitely hadn't told the truth. The woman who was following Simon was undoubtedly Lucy. Their footsteps and the remaining time were the same.

But as Simon's assistant, why would Lucy follow him? What did Lucy want to do, and why was she harmful to Simon?

Gary was very curious. "So why do you want to investigate the two of them?"

"I can't tell you," Tammy refused to answer. It would take too long to explain, and she would have to talk about her past as a watch spirit, which Gary wouldn't understand.

Gary was taken aback by Tammy's response. He sneered, "Do you think I want to know your dirty thoughts?"

How could the thought of saving someone be dirty?

Tammy looked at him strangely and said, "Anyway, it's just investigating two people. It shouldn't be difficult for Mr. York, right? Mr. York just said he was very capable. I hope Mr. York can find out something within 2 hours. Oh no, preferably within 1 hour."

"1 hour?" Gary felt a headache. Nowadays, even time-limited buffets last 100 minutes. Tammy's 1-hour limit was both stingy and harsh.

"Is that okay, Mr. York?" Tammy looked at him with anticipation, her eyes extremely sincere.

Gary coughed. Tammy had already flattered him. If he didn't agree, wouldn't it be embarrassing for his pride?

Fortunately, Simon was signed under an agency affiliated with Gary. Investigating any information about Simon wasn't really a problem.

Gary said indifferently, "It's not a difficult task. I can agree with that. Then you'll come home with me tomorrow and listen to everything I say."

"Wait, that's still not possible..." Tammy apologized.

"What's wrong again?" Gary said. "Are you trying to raise the price again? This is typical of you, Tammy."

"No, no, you've misunderstood," Tammy knew she was in the wrong and said guiltily in a low voice, "Tomorrow really isn't possible. How about the day after tomorrow? I have urgent matters tomorrow."

Tomorrow was the last day for Simon to survive. Tammy couldn't leave.

Gary laughed in exasperation. "Urgent matters? What's more urgent than my matters?"

"It's Mr. ‌George..."

Tammy hadn't finished speaking.

Mr. ‌George, Mr. ‌George, Simon again?

Gary interrupted with a dark face. "The day after tomorrow is fine. But if you change your mind again, I won't just be unkind to you. I'll also shelve Simon. Understand?"

Gary confirmed once again that it wasn't him who had dumped the indecisive Tammy. It was Tammy, this fickle woman, who had dumped him.

Tammy immediately nodded vigorously. "I promise, no more changes!" But...

Why shelve Mr. ‌George?