Chapter 756:

Standing outside, Allison listened without a shred of remorse and kept her focus on their exchange.

“It’s better we rely on ourselves than expect help from others,” Colton said, his voice firm and his face darkening. “I heard from the black market that this lab is one of the best. If Allison had it, so they’ll have it here too.”

Melany rested her head on his shoulder, her voice soft and soothing. “Yeah, they’re bound to have it here. And, Colton, it’s amazing that you even managed to find a place like this.”

The place had a certain coldness to it, and despite Melany’s attempt to sound confident, the unease in her voice was undeniable. Colton’s behavior toward Allison had shifted recently—he wasn’t as distant as he used to be. There were even times when, in the middle of the night, he would murmur Allison’s name without realizing it.

would make a fantastic vacation spot. Once your mom’s headaches are taken care

Colton didn’t react. His face was blank, but slowly,

it some other time,” he replied

observing the scene inside. A plan began to form in her mind. She realized that she would need a couple of fools tomorrow to create a diversion—and they seemed like the

and headed to the tool room. There, she grabbed a pair of

her facial features and subtly change her appearance. When combined with the makeup she already had on, it would be more than enough to keep Colton and

you have a mask?” Allison asked, glancing

up at her, her movements briefly halting. “Alice,

I was in such a rush today that I forgot them. Jareth asked me to entertain some guests, and since I’ve caught a bit of a cold, I thought I’d borrow a mask

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