The day seemed to pass by a lot slower, given Evan’s anxiety. The hours and minutes dragged on, and he found himself constantly looking at the clock.

Finally, it was the time of the meeting. Evan drove to The Passion at top speed. The lights inside glimmered seductively, adding to the lush atmosphere.

The interior was noisy and harsh-sounding, but Evan barely registered it. His handsome face remained impassive and calm, completely unresponsive to the din around him.

When he walked towards the specified booth, he noticed that there was a woman seated there.

Evan observed the woman’s back carefully as his brows furrowed in doubt. Her back was too thin, as it bore no resemblance to the person he was anticipating.

Perhaps it isn’t her after all?

His heart sank a little, but he was eager to find out anyway.

Evan then approached the booth and took his seat. After seeing the woman’s face clearly, the disappointment weighed heavily in his heart.

a complete stranger to

The woman nodded.

do you want?”

woman studied him before replying. “I wanted to see for myself. What kind of man would my fellow acolyte

Acolyte?

is this fellow acolyte

woman smiled. “Nicole,

Nicole’s name, she saw that Evan’s face lit up immediately. She had noticed that Evan’s face

Nicole alright?” asked Evan, a hint of worry clouding

afraid not,”

“Where is she?”

want

“Why?”

am I supposed to know what happened between the two of you?” She stared at him pointedly, a sour look on her face. “I can bring you to her, but it has to be in

Evan nodded. “Alright.”

would be happy. Evan was willing to go to

truly a handsome chap, and very eager to meet Nicole. We’ve been taking care of her for so long now. She is so affected by her hallucinations. I’ve lost count of the number of days we’ve been troubled

meet her, but

“Tell me.”

how eager Evan was, she decided not to beat around the bush. The woman reached into her bag and fished out

years. How are you going to thank me? I’ll let you decide. I’d prefer cash

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