Drake's heart trembled, and he swiftly concealed himself out of sight. Camping out lately hadn't even allowed him a clear glimpse of Persephone.

Meanwhile, Bianca's relentless phone calls persisted.

"Dickinson, what are you up to all day? I asked you to take a child, not divine apples. Is it really that challenging?"

'Damn it!' Drake cursed silently. 'Stealing those apples might indeed be easier!'

Despite his inner frustrations, he forced a smile. "Heh... Ms. Bianca, t-this isn't a cakewalk! I've been keeping a close watch these days. Those bodyguards are all armed. I'll get shot at if I rashly try to snatch the kid!"

"You're worthless." Bianca scoffed. "I've greased palms on my end, and you're letting me down!"

Drake suppressed his anger and remained silent.

about your presidential suite and a

a brutal shift. His time in Centrolis had spoiled him with city

true situation, treated him with great respect, believing him to be some sort of VIP. It was a life beyond his wildest dreams from his days of hardship. Losing all of it because of a little girl would

hastily spoke into the phone. "Ms. Bianca, please don't

let out a

"A little girl isn't a big deal. I can

hope you're true

Drake anxious and unsure of

his limited brainpower to think things through. The child Bianca desired was from an esteemed background. Would children

to Persephone, could he snatch a girl with a similar upbringing? He could ask

he was rather clever.

head, he returned to the hotel. Before entering, he made a pit stop at a convenience store for a few beer cans,

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