Chapter 146 Amidst The Rubble

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Several years prior, a real estate developer had initiated a construction project in this area, but for some reason, it was left incomplete.

The site was now littered with construction debris, and the unfinished structures were occupied by beggars and the homeless.

The entire area exuded an overwhelming sense of dese world.

and defeat, as if it belonged to a different

Freya trailed behind Sawyer, their footsteps echoing on the concrete floor as they ascended the partially covered, railing–less staircase. They continued their climb until they reached the top, approximately seven or eight stories high.

Climbing the stairs had left Freya slightly winded. As she paused to catch her breath, Sawyer, who had been leading the way, turned around and smiled at her, “Ms. Gomez, you’re quite courageous. Aren’t you afraid I might harm you here?”

Freya was momentarily taken aback before she responded with a wry smile, “It doesn’t matter. I’ve been wanting to die, but I just can’t bring myself to do it. If you could help, that would be great.”

Sawyer had intended his comment as a joke, but seeing the despair in her eyes tugged at his heartstrings.

had

she was still as

gaze fixed on the lake in the distance. From

equally captivated by the stunning scenery before them.

a beautiful lake amidst the urban

Freya, surprised to find himself in

her profile was enough to

did you get rid of the scar on your face? Your plastic surgeon is truly exceptional!” Sawyer gave Freya a

ignored him, a wry smile playing on her lips. Nathaniel had

should cut the small talk, don’t you?”

me, and how do

my child?”

had hoped to engage in more casual conversation to build

Balance:

1 Coins

687 +

=

1 Pearls

Amidst The

26%

Finished

with fever, crying and screaming. If I hadn’t saved you, you

eyes widened in disbelief as she

don’t I remember

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