Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

Chapter 1166:

Nikolas stiffened as a distant memory surfaced. “Are you saying that she’s…?”

Ghost’s gaze was unwavering. “She’s the most feared and respected mercenary leader alive. I’ve tried before—I failed.”

Nikolas shut his eyes, struggling to reconcile the image of Daniela—so delicate, so unassuming—with the reputation Ghost spoke of. Almost absently, he asked, “And if she tries to kill you?”

Ghost didn’t hesitate. “She can.”

After a pause, he added, “With ease.”

Nikolas felt his stomach drop. Doubt flickered in his eyes. Was this really Ghost? “You’re the best—undefeated in combat—and you’re giving up just like that? She was injured before. Maybe she’s weaker now.”

Ghost’s expression didn’t change. “The moment she woke up from a three-year coma, I went to challenge her.”

Nikolas leaned forward, anticipation sharpening his gaze. Ghost’s voice darkened. “I lost—worse than ever. The last time you saw me with a broken nose, it was from that failed challenge.”

stunned. “Then let Alexander handle Daniela. You

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camera drew Daniela’s attention, and she

his back

frustration peaked. “Are you

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grabbed Ghost’s phone and snapped a picture

the phone back

the photo on his phone, a smile tugging at his lips. “He looks exactly like I

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once suggested that Clarinda marry my youngest son to solidify an alliance, but she dismissed the idea with a

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