Chapter 1188:

A smirk played on Clayton’s lips.

“Precisely why I sought you out. You might not be the sharpest tool in the shed, and your tactics lack finesse, but you have a knack for making the right decision when it matters. I appreciate that in a partner.”

He passed Lacey a slip of paper with an address scrawled on it.

A wave of dread washed over Lacey as she read the address. Clayton’s next instructions confirmed her worst fears, and she instantly regretted her hasty agreement.

“Do we really have to go down this road?” she asked through clenched teeth.

“Isn’t there another way?”

Clayton said nothing, a knowing smile playing on his lips.

Lacey understood the silent message loud and clear.

she muttered, her eyes hardening with

as a security guard approached, his suspicion piqued. Noticing Clayton’s car preparing to leave, several guards

annoyance, and she turned to intercept

a friend,”

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follow protocol. Given that he brought you here and remained at the entrance for an

eyes ignited

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thinly veiled excuse to undermine my trust? I told you, he’s my friend. Do I need to spell

missing a beat, Lacey snatched her phone and punched in

guards exchanged uneasy

their surprise, Jake responded with an air of indifference, “If he’s your friend, there’s no need for an interrogation. I’ll inform the guards.

Jake abruptly ended

a more deferential

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