His Heart Is Now Elsewhere

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Chapter 3

The next day, I called my supervisor. His voice was both surprised and excited, “Marlene, are you sure you want to join the field survey team and go into the mountains? This field survey will last for a year. Can your family agree to it?”

I had mentioned to Brennan before that I wanted to join the mentor’s group, but Brennan strictly

forbade me from going with them.

And at that time, I couldn’t bear to leave him either, so I declined the invitation from the mentor.

Brennan repeatedly emphasized that I was not allowed to leave his side, so it was a surprise to the

mentor when I volunteered to join.

“Teacher, I was already an adult and could make decisions for myself. Moreover, you are also

aware of my family situation, and I don’t want to cause any more trouble for the Krueger family elders. So, for this time, I kindly request that you keep my joining a secret until we depart.”

me, and I couldn’t

days left until departure, and once Brennan realizes

be no way for

location of this field survey was confidential. Although we

we also had to abide by the confidentiality

might not even care where I went, my departure was also a relief for him.

just happened to fulfill him and Brittany,

entanglement.

away at work during the day, I packed up all

1. me.

mentioned about going into the mountains,

go to the police station urgently to apply for a

Whenever Brennan comes back home, I hide in my room, trying my best to avoid running

wasn’t angry this time, I still had to pretend to be mad at him like before, so as not to arouse

wanted to chat with me,

and more unreasonable. If she makes you angry again, I will