The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never by Gilbert Soysal

“Understood!” Atticus responded eagerly, his tone hurried.

“I’ll head out now.

”

Once he was gone, Hannah turned her attention to Bryson.

“I didn’t expect we’d stumble upon some valuable insights today.

”

Bryson raised an eyebrow in query.

“Aren’t you concerned he might disclose our plans to the schemer?”

“I’m not worried,” she assured him confidently.

They scanned their surroundings cautiously as they prepared to disembark.

“Despite his carefree demeanor, Atticus isn’t foolish.

If he betrays us, he implicates himself as well.

Even if we’re caught first, he won’t find himself in any less trouble.

”

The island was now enveloped in darkness, giving it an even more unsettling and ominous vibe.

of using the front door, they ascended to the third floor through a back

was deathly quiet, suggesting it had been empty

comfortable, their phones rang at the same

and Brayden

other and settled

Lydia’s

sleep at all! There was this big commotion outside! Oh my gosh! I checked it out

He mentioned Mr.

asked him to watch over

way into my room! Brayden made a sound and they backed off! It terrified me! So creepy! Are you alright, Hannah? Are you still asleep? If you’re up, please text

staying awake

the fear in the texts she received,

“Don’t worry, I’m

out

back and got your

”

Lydia’s reply was immediate.

you bump into anyone? You scared me to death! I’m

Oh my!”

response, Bryson spoke up beside

attack

”

from Lydia’s barrage

”

typing and faced Bryson