"No, just untie them. I'll take them home," Finnegan said, then glanced at the woman on the far side who had passed out. He frowned, changing his mind, "Actually, forget that. Help me send that woman home first."

Reina responded with a bright smile, "Okay, I'll do what you say."

Then, like a scene from a dream, someone untied Esther and the woman next to her, setting them free.

"Thank you," Esther muttered.

The woman beside her, however, just stood up quietly without saying a word. She moved her wrists slightly, then stopped, her calm demeanor unwavering.

Esther took a moment to really look at her. She had short hair and an effortlessly charming presence. There was something familiar about her, but Esther couldn't quite place it.

"Alright, follow me," Finnegan said shortly, without showing any reaction to Esther's thanks.

He led the way, showing them his back as they followed him to his place in silence.

likely a perk of his role as the village secretary. Although Esther had never

house was modest with a few rooms. Finnegan turned to them, his gaze icy. "What are

more inclined to follow rules, introduced herself first, "I'm Esther

The

her added,

Her confidence nervousness. Content

with Esther's

choose any of these. You'll

was touched by his unexpected kindness.

Esther puzzled and a bit sad. His response seemed filled

house, along with the woman who was still unconscious.

teased, "Don't tell me you've

want to remember his name and thank

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