Outside the door, a sound heralded lan's return, and the woman got to her feet.

"I'm starting my mission tonight, probably won't be coming around again. Take care."

She spoke rapidly, and by the tlan stepped through the door, she was already ducking out. Catching a glimpse of her, lan

waited for her to step out before he shut the door, his gaze settling on Maja.

"What did she want this time?"

"She broughtfood. What's with the explosion outside?"

"l orchestrated it. Dylan and Walter have already headed out. Tonight, they're pretending to be victims caught in the blast, set to

be delivered to the hospital."

Maja's heart clenched. Were they already in motion?

"Maja, I've got to head to the welfare center."

He briefly described the situation at the center, and then stretched out to tenderly tousle her hair.

"I don't know when I'll be able to leave the research base, but this entire building, all three floors, they're my people. I'll send

someone to look after you, okay? If you need anything, just let them know."

Maja felt uneasy, gripping his hand. lan could sense her worry; he hold her hand and gently kissed her fingertips.

"Don't fret; it'll be alright.”

How could it be alright? The research base was shrouded in mystery; who knew what awaited them inside? Maja wanted to go with

him, but she knew lan would never agree.

He pulled out his phone, glancing at the time.

tough after this. I promise, as soon as the job inside is done, I'll cright back for you.

me?"

kisses and then laid his

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voice was heavy as she watched him leave the room. She followed him, matching his steps, all the way to the elevator on

floor.

is as far as you can go.

Maja turned and made her way back to her room, watching him leave the

into

restless. Especially since the appearance of that man last night, the one who looked so much

was behind that? It was like a ticking

By now, about a hundred people had gathered, all newcomers

Someone was taking a

had disguised themselves to ensure they wouldn't be recognized

were granted the privilege to stay cried with joy, while those who were turned

them.

lan's turn, the staff member at the desk was

the staff member

land a decent

only the wealthy could afford. The staff member's face transformed

sizing him up.

you can getand a few of my

were actually sent to work and didn't realize they

few had

I can put in a good word for you guys. But there's a test, something about talent or IQ.

test, my word won't mean

the cigarette with a smooth motion, as if worried lan might change

a smile, "Getting the recommendation

I'll squeeze your

were worth a couple

more. The staff member was immediately satisfied, adding their false names to the

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