Hannah was taken aback.

“Did Wallace send you to ask me?”

“No, he’d rather you didn’t rush back.

He doesn’t know much of your situation in Cadilind and thinks it’s safer for you here than back home.

I just wanted to know if you had any thoughts about returning with me.

Hannah grew quiet.

Whichever decision she made, it promised to be a difficult one.

Sensing Hannah’s hesitation, Maloney understood her dilemma.

“I understand where you’re coming from.

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Switching the subject, Hannah asked, “When are you planning to leave?”

“My flight is scheduled for the afternoon two days from now,” Maloney replied.

Hannah was somewhat surprised.

“You’re leaving so soon?”

“Yes.

can’t afford to delay

Maloney hesitated briefly before adding, “You have another day to think

decided whether to

“Alright,” Hannah replied flatly.

me think

into the sofa, lost in thought for a few

retrieved her phone and

she located a

picture were slightly

mother’s image gently

“Mom, don’t worry.

your death

next morning, Hannah dialed Maloney’s

“I’ve made my decision.

here first and

“Alright, I’ll handle the Pierce family matters first and wait

“Okay.

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