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

stay here to manage the situation. I’ll

Cole responded promptly.

Nathan urged, “Go.”

farewell with a nod and turned to depart.

composed, awaiting the

sight of Nathan, Mila

met briefly.

straight to the car, dragging her luggage and stowing it in the trunk,

shyness and modesty in his presence,

his tone gentle. “Are

gaze, her fingers unconsciously toying with the hem

giving me a

at him,

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

replied nervously, her words stumbling over one another, “You can drive. I mean, it’s not that I don’t want to give you a lift.

“I’ve been feeling quite tired lately. It wouldn’t be wise for me to drive.”

any interaction with Nathan for fear of the entanglements it might bring. Yet, despite her reservations, she found solace in his presence, even if

luggage and brought the car to

her. “Phoebe, Nate will

expression shifted from surprise to shock, then

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