Hannah’s response was dismissive, with a light tone.

“As long as they’re only my enemies and not yours, I’m not concerned about Amelie coming after me.

Wallace’s voice turned grave.

“Nevertheless, you will return to Cadilind at the start of next month.

I’ve arranged with Maloney for you to go back early and stay stateside to handle some business before you consider returning here.

Hannah blinked in disbelief, her voice rising slightly.

“You can’t be serious.

Dad, are you suggesting I run and hide? That’s not happening.

Surprisingly, Wallace didn’t refute her.

“Just consider it a strategic retreat.

“I’m not going anywhere.

Not now.

a

It’s an order.

here even if you refuse to go

know what you’re capable

you truly insist on staying, you’ll have your ways to

authority of the family

to bring you back,

found herself drained of the will

beautiful eyes, she gazed directly

“Forget it.

I’ve had enough.

don’t need to hold

I’ll go willingly.

rose

Wallace’s

for the day after

will get in touch with

Hannah walked out and shut the door

after the door clicked shut did

at the photograph on the desk, looking worn

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