The Wrong Woman

Chapter 314

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Nathan stepped out of the dormitory with Cole.

Standing on the deserted roadside, Nathan halted, his expression grave as he gazed into the distance, his eyes clouded with melancholy.

Cole asked in puzzlement, “General Morrison, why not ask her directly?”

Nathan replied bitterly, “Ask her what?”

“She clearly stated she’s a scientist from Sunterland and has signed a 15–year contract,” Cole explained.

Nathan’s smile turned rueful as he turned to Cole, his gaze dimming and his voice heavy with resignation. “Do you understand the significance of a scientist committing such a long–term contract with the country?”

Cole shook his head.

After a moment’s contemplation, Nathan asserted, “What we heard today must remain strictly confidential. Not a word of it should leave this place.” Chapter

“Understood, General Morrison,” Cole replied, still intrigued by the mysterious depth of Mila’s scientific abilities.

Glancing back at the dormitory, Nathan issued an instruction after a brief

pause.

“You and

to manage the situation. I’ll

Cole responded promptly.

Nathan urged, “Go.”

farewell with a nod and turned to depart.

composed, awaiting the next

minutes passed before Mila and Phoebe emerged from the dormitory. At the sight of Nathan, Mila froze, her smile fading as

eyes met

Mila approached. Meanwhile, Phoebe headed straight to the car, dragging her luggage and

demeanor shifting to one of shyness and modesty in

gaze softened, his tone gentle. “Are you heading back to

lowered her gaze, her fingers unconsciously toying with the hem of her clothes. “Yes.”

too. Mind giving me a lift?” Nathan

at

softly. “Everyone’s occupied. No one has the time

another, “You can drive. I mean, it’s

lake. “I’ve been

the entanglements it might bring. Yet, despite her reservations, she found solace

the car

her. “Phoebe, Nate will

surprise to shock, then settled into acceptance as

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