Chapter 407 A Choice of the Heart

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Johnathan had never been particularly fond of children. The only reason he paid extra attention to Dora was because Sierra cared so much about her. But that didn’t mean he agreed with the idea of adopting her

He didn’t want anyone interfering with his and Sierra’s life. And after everything Quinn had done, he couldn’t help but feel wary.

Dora was too sharp for her age. Who knew if she might grow up to be another Quinn?

He kept those thoughts to himself, but he hoped Sierra would think things through carefully.

“We’re not lacking financially,” he said. “But you and I are always busy. We wouldn’t be able to spend much time with her. And I think what she needs most… is companionship.”

That struck a chord with Sierra. She hadn’t been fully committed to the idea anyway, and his words shook her even more.

After a pause, she said, “Then let’s find her a good home. One where she’ll be treated well.”

Johnathan quietly let out a breath of relief. “I’ll have someone start looking. In the meantime, my assistant

can watch over her.”

“No need for now,” Sierra quickly replied. “I still have a few days–I can spend more time with her.”

Johnathan frowned. “Don’t forget, the exchange is coming up soon.”

deal, and

take care of her. And for now, she’ll likely be under

Stone soon arrived with an update. With Quinn incapacitated and no new leads available, the military believed Dora might still hold useful information. At the same time, the organization could pose a threat to

had a request for

talk to you. So if possible, we’d like you to

able to help–but Dora wasn’t

known how to ask for help. The military

understood the weight of this task and nodded. “Don’t worry. I’ll do what I

was terrifying–and needed to be dismantled.

locked away and would no

questions, she

Sierra began gently, “I want to ask you about before.

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Choice of the

out

a room

look. It sounded like she was describing

kids besides you?” Sierra

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“Lots of people. But

Johnathan said softly, “your father–did you ever see him

was another. Mommy didn’t come often. When she did, they said she was my

word Dora spoke made Sierra’s

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