Chapter 669:

She had initially feared being confined to the first basement level, but she was pleasantly surprised at how easily she’d been moved up to the second level. Glancing up at Jareth, she asked, “Was there something else you needed from me tonight?”

Jareth glanced at his wristwatch and nodded. “Your shift ended a while ago. It’s standard procedure for me to escort new employees out on their first day.”

“I appreciate it,” Allison replied, keeping her tone polite.

Before they left, she cast a final look around the bustling lab. The researchers were still at their stations, working with an intensity that suggested a critical deadline.

She blinked, genuinely puzzled. “Am I the only one heading out? Aren’t the others done for the day?”

work for everyone. They won’t be leaving anytime

was no point in prying further. Allison knew that the man before

second basement, what secrets could be hidden in the third? Was it connected to Room

a place to stay? If not, the institute can provide housing.” Clearly, he had done his homework on her fabricated background, knowing she had smuggled

a polite smile. “Thank you, but my boyfriend and I already found

of something passed through Jareth’s eyes. His tone remained gentle, but

keep your options open. You

to anyone. Allison, however, played her part perfectly, smiling

I’ll talk to my boyfriend about

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