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"Mr. Johnston, I might be throwing shade now, but my actions could be way worse. If you're so worried, why don't you just take her out of here, or..." I glanced at Wayne and continued, "Maybe I should assign someone to babysit her 24/7?"

Jace didn't get the hint. "Sure, if you're the one watching her, I'd feel even better."

"Not happening. I've got better things to do," I snapped before hanging up on him.

Tanya jumped in, "You don't have to be so hostile. I can take care of myself."

"Ms. Twain, you've got all your limbs and a working brain, so yeah, I believe you can. But accidents happen when you least expect them," I said, noticing Demi nearby trying to hide her laugh.

"Mr. Johnston suggested on the call that someone should be with you around the clock. Though, I don't think 24/7 is necessary. After all, when you're sleeping, the only person who can protect you is someone close, right?" I added, not holding back. I used to feel bad for her after Desmond's sudden death, but now I totally got the saying, "Not everyone who seems pitiful is innocent."

"Mr. Johnston," I turned to Wayne, "Since you and Ms. Twain are both new here, why don't you two get familiar with the amusement park grounds together? And make sure she stays safe while you're at it."

Wayne looked shocked. "Rea, you-"

Johnston," I cut him off, "In the company, you're the Executive Director, my superior. But here, I'm

of the project, and I hadn't had to

was left speechless, and Tanya's face turned

need it. I can take care of my own safety,"

around Wayne all the time-if that didn't make her squirm, she had to be stressing that Jace would totally overthink it if he

And besides, he's not just here to protect you-it's part of his duties. Ms. Twain, don't overthink it," I

But when he looked at me, he didn't say a word. Instead, he agreed, "Alright, I'll follow

was the final blow, and Tanya had nothing

everyone, back to

away, I caught her whispering to Wayne, "How

overthinking it. She's just doing her job and doesn't want you to get hurt," Wayne

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under my

guilt. Maybe I

chose to be

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