Chapter 348

tephan had his misgivings but ultimately relented. He couldn’t deny his responsibility for rchie’s death. None of it would have happened if he had insisted on not letting him take that nission.

ohanna, however, remained tactful and respectful throughout the journey. She kept her

istance, never overstepping her bounds. Even when offering Stephan a cup of coffee or some ruit, she had the subordinates deliver it instead of doing it herself.

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on the flight to Khogend, she also made a point of doing small gestures with the crew–like anding out juice and chocolates or simply offering a warm smile. These subtle moves quickly on her some goodwill among the staff.

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fter all, she was Imogen’s sister–in–law. The staff treated her politely, addressing her as ”

1s. Rosario“.

landed in Khogend the following

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guards stationed

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anyone could react further, Cloud, the sleek white dog, came bolting out, its tail vagging furiously. The dog circled Stephan, whining softly as if complaining about

up by the scruff of its neck, his sharp eyes assessing it. The dog

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eating well,” he

up. She hesitated, then sked cautiously,

gave her a brief

like answering his hone. She had diligently cared for Imogen back in Seldvale

and walked into the villa without answering her,

took his non–response as tacit permission

loud.

doggy! You’re so cute.

before her hand got close, Cloud bared its teeth growling low

Chack

that she stumbled back and fell onto

ing with

a split second, her eyes frustration and resentment.

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