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.

isn’t a suggestion,

It’s an order.

here even if you

know what

staying, you’ll

family patriarch

to bring you back, even if I must drag you

drained of

beautiful eyes, she gazed directly into Wallace’s

“Forget it.

I’ve had enough.

need to hold

I’ll go willingly.

those words, she rose and turned

her, Wallace’s voice drifted

flight’s booked for the day after

will get in

out and shut the door behind

clicked shut did Wallace’s expression

photograph on the desk, looking worn

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