Chapter 822

Thomas’s tone was flat. “This is Amstern City-Carter’s territory. How could I possibly stop Sharon? Besides, what do you expect? That she warns me in advance before posting, so I can prepare?”

Kelly had no retort. The damage was already done; arguing over it now was pointless. Better to focus on what to do next.

She softened her voice.

“Thomas, is there any way out of this mess?”

With his cunning mind, he might still devise something.

Thomas pretended to think for a few seconds before replying.

“Kelly, you were too careless. To be caught with such damning evidence… with proof this solid, overturning it won’t be easy. In fact, it’s nearly impossible.”

Panic finally flickered in her eyes.

“I don’t even know who’s been watching me! Thomas, you’re the cleverest person I know. Please, think of something… anything!”

He sighed.

really am powerless. If we were back in Leistre, I could turn black

heart sank. If even Thomas claimed there was no

cost her Carter’s protection entirely.


stay in Zachemaine

She drew a breath.

I should go back

and influence rivaled even Carter’s. In Leistre, with Thomas’s resources, she could climb to the

choice. But second best

suddenly gentled. “Kelly, I’ve told you before. If you’re willing

But…”

heart clenched. “But

willing?” he asked softly.

teeth sank

How could she be? She had sacrificed too much to end up like

touch Sharon. She’s too well protected,

rumbled through the line, dark and coaxing, like


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