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Chapter 185

Chapter 185

Quinlyn had just seen someone she recognized from the 901 Military Base–a clerical worker. He was already out of sight, and Quinlyn knew she couldn’t catch up.

She turned her attention back to the group in front of her, who were still visibly shaken and crying. A pang of guilt hit her. “I’m sorry,” Quinlyn said softly. “They were targeted because of me, she thought.

These students had been called into the office to discuss the incident. It was their first time dealing with something like this, and they were clearly terrified. Sitting at the food stall, they had been treated to two plates of dessert to calm their nerves.

“Can you believe this? We got yelled at, and now we’re out of pocket too,” Chester said with a bitter laugh. He noticed Quinlyn slipping money into the drawer and quickly stopped her. “Hey, don’t worry about it. It’s just a few plates of dessert.

I’m more concerned about why the authority is after you. Did they just come here to mess with you? Maybe you should talk to Mr. Ramirez or Bennett about it.”

Quinlyn shook her head. “Different departments. They can’t interfere.”

“Then what are you going to do?” Chester asked, clearly worried.

Quinlyn still put the money in the drawer and helped finish selling the food before closing up the stall. She noticed Chester rubbing his lower back, looking exhausted. “What happened to the money you saved up before?” she asked.

‘He should have had enough saved to hire some help,‘ she thought.

“Oh, that? I donated it all to the orphanage,” Chester replied casually.

Quinlyn blinked in surprise. “Why?”

Chester smiled, “It was dirty money. I thought about it, and if I want to set a good example for Frank, I need to earn a clean living and teach him to be an honest person.” ‘An honest person,‘ he thought.

Quinlyn stared at him, his face glowing in the sunset, sweat dripping but his smile bright. She was silent for a moment before saying softly, “You’re a good dad.”

Chester froze. “Uh, I’m not married yet.” He laughed awkwardly. ‘I’m still a single guy,‘ he thought.

a whisper. “Matthew who raised me was poor too. We used to walk for hours to sell

in them. Those dads were a lot like you–they didn’t have much, but

can do. She had often wondered how different her life would have been

bits and pieces about her past. He hadn’t

who I am, but hearing it still stung. But after what you just said, I feel kind

pose, trying to lighten the mood. “So, what do you think? Would

help but laugh, but she nodded seriously. “Next time, you should come.”

Chapter 185

“Deal!” Chester grinned.

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Since no real harm had been done, Quinlyn decided not to bother Curtis. He was busy with meetings in Jelasica. But late that night, while she was studying some materials, her phone rang. The screen showed

through the line.

I am,

voice was

11

before finally

It’s been a while.” Warren greeted warmly; his tone almost too casual

to him, so she cut to the chase. “What do you want?”

think. “Nothing much. Just wanted to chat.”

always have so much to say?‘ she thought. She had just spent half an hour listening to Raymond ramble

“I heard you’ve been getting some unwanted attention from the authorities lately. They’ve been giving you a hard time, like they’re trying to bully you because you don’t have any backing,” Warren said

he knew, but she didn’t

properly. They want to recruit you, but they start with these stupid power plays. It’s ridiculous. That’s why I couldn’t stand them anymore,” Warren

let me be your dad? I’ll

blinked, caught off guard. Warren went on enthusiastically, talking about his current businesses and influence, which had surpassed even his days as the head of DigitalKey Group. “If I hadn’t been unsure about my future back then,

in this country. If you’re willing, I’ll come get you. I promise no one will dare

you for the rest of

confidence had grown even more since she last saw him. She pursed

you kill

but I was indirectly responsible. Quinlyn, you know how it is. To survive in this world, you can’t afford to be a purely good person.