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Chapter 28: Making Good on That Threat
Author: Quill
last update2025-07-30 20:10:47

“Where do we start, Damien?” Gregory questioned Lucas, the tears on his face all but dried up and a small ray of hope forming in his heart.

“Well, I just came across some information that might prove hard for Emilia and Tobias, but I want to strengthen it more and for that I need your help.” Lucas said to Gregory, dreading what he was going to say to the man next.

“What do you need?” Gregory asked, bright-eyed and eager to help, but Lucas was not so sure that he would be sold on the plan once he heard what he had to do. It was a long shot and a horrible idea to boot, but it was the only way they could go through with their revenge plan while also making sure that Emilia and Tobias never saw the light of dawn again.

“It isn’t going to be easy. For us to have a solid plan against them, then we’ll need to get more proof.” Lucas told Gregory, hesitating to say the rest of it.

“And for that to happen, we’ll need proof of what she’s been doing to you.” Lucas declared, watching Gregory and
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