Bernard's job was shrouded in secrecy, a common trait among those of his particular profession. When he reached his destination,

he rapped on the door with a sense of urgency.

Bernard, dressed in casual wear, answered the door with a welcoming smile at the sight of lan.

"So, you've retrieved the base intel? The higher-ups have been considering a reward for you—a privilege. What's on your wish list?"

A privilege?

lan had everything that cwith his position. A smirk played at the corner of his lips. "So, I can ask for anything?"

"Absolutely. The intel is crucial. Even those penny pinchers have to cough up ssort of bounty."

"Then let's book the Grand Hall for a wedding. Maja and I are going to tie the knot there."

Bernard, who had been pouring tea, froze, his brows knitting together in surprise. The Grand Hall was typically reserved for elite

assemblies and was never open to the public, let alone for wedding ceremonies.

If lan pulled this off, he'd be setting a precedent.

Bernard chuckled. "Here I was, thinking you'd ask for something to pad your retirement fund."

"The kid's not even born yet. Maja and I can wait. But if we could do it there, it would be quite the event. She'd love it."

The Grand Hall was a relic from a past era, once a place where emperors convened. Its ancient charm would make for an exquisite

wedding venue.

problem. You can have it for a

a deal. But is this what you calledhere

Patric. My guys spotted him in North America. You

down. Find Patric and bring him to me. We've got squestions about the experimental

the one who had taken Patric

the old timers say what they're gonna do with

body was, after all, Eric's. lan

mentioned

a nearby chair, rubbing his temples. Ever

if something sinister was coaxing it from within,

feeling

his head, "Just

and rest up. I've got nothing more for

"Alright."

claw

leave, concern in his voice. "By the way, that Dr. Sarah you mentioned, she'll probably be

facility, probably knows

She's about to head back to North America, currently overseeing

she should stick around in Greenfield until

wary of getting involved with the research facility,

marrying Maja and ensuring

the car, his driver Jeff noticed lan's pallor and furrowed his brows with

restless. Maybe

rest, his health

the overwhelming sensation surged

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