Chapter 246

Taylor carried a small basket in his hand, his expression visibly more relaxed. Ever since Tinley had called him, he’d been waiting outside with Alex. Five minutes had already passed.

# had been several days since Taylor had left the research facility, and Tinley had mentioned today’s task was to inspect

some grapes,

She told him to bring a basket so he could pick whatever ripe fruit he fancied to snack on later. Such a thoughtful young lady was a rare find these days.

He patted the plastic bag in his pocket, filled with anticipation. Alex caught the movement in the rearview mirror and couldn’t help but chuckle.

“Tinley probably guessed you wanted an excuse to get out for a stroll,” Alex teased. “She’s killing two birds with one stone- no, three. You get fresh air, a fun task, and fruit to bring back”

Taylor nodded, the faintest hint of smugness crossing his face. “Smart girl,” he said. “She’s always one step ahead.”

The car left the research facility and drove into town.

Nearby, Yehuda stood clutching his phone, his tense shoulders finally easing as he spotted the vehicle. “He’s here, someone muttered beside him, echoing Yehuda’s thoughts.

“Taylor actually agreed to help us inspect the grapes,” said another team member, disbelief clear in their voice.

“His expertise is unparalleled in this field,” a third chimed in. “With him on board, we can wrap this up quickly.”

Excitement buzzed through the group–Taylor’s involvement was a game–changer. No machinery could match his intuition.

a rare talent no one

A fine might

them out of town and toward a brand–new estate. Once they arrived, the group’s nerves spiked. After all, they were in

unbothered as a retired grandfather out on a leisurely errand. With his little basket swinging at his side, he hurried inside, less like a world–class expert and

and guided the

as Taylor stepped into the orchard, his nose twitched. There was a faint fruity aroma in the air. At his age, he was still the

basket in his hand bobbed enthusiastically as he approached

immaculate. He glanced around at the expanse

they reached the grapevines, a statf member Ripped a switch, and the entire area

lights like clusters of amethyst,

pair of pruning shears and set up a small

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climbed up with surprising agility, snipping clusters while Alex stood below, expertly catching them

one over here. Move

repositioned, and he set to work. This new bunch was magnificent,

was going well.

who could sniff out good produce from miles

he’d be eating well for days–assuming,

steal his share.

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