Chapter 940:

But thinking about Ferdinand and Rebecca’s interactions, she couldn’t help but chuckle. “From sparring partners to sparks flying, huh?”

Her musings were confirmed when they arrived at Ontdale Airport. As Allison reached the exit, a familiar figure darted toward her.

“Allison, darling! I’ve missed you!” Rebecca threw her arms around her, enveloping her in a tight hug.

She pulled back just enough to scrutinize Allison, her eyes sharp with concern. “You didn’t get into trouble, did you?”

Allison shook her head, her smile warm but evasive. “Of course not. If I had, do you think I’d be standing here, chatting with you?”

But before she could finish, Rebecca grabbed her wrist. “Don’t even try it. Every time you smile like that, you’re definitely hiding something. Allison, no one knows you better than I do.”

Rebecca had been close friends with Allison for years, long enough to understand her like the back of her hand.

see,”

up Allison’s sleeve. Her heart sank at the sight of the white bandage

hitching. Her eyes

smoke and mirrors. You went abroad for something more

me to worry, did you?” Rebecca had

disappeared on one of her secretive missions, she would cook up excuses — each more elaborate than the last. At first, Rebecca had been angry, but with time,

do but fret in silence, knowing she was powerless

take care of my

Allison had landed in trouble

to her because of

sighed and gently patted Rebecca’s shoulder. “Rebecca, don’t work yourself into a frenzy. I’m fine

firm as she offered a

mother. Kellan got involved because I asked for his help. Without him, I wouldn’t have

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