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CHAPTER 150
Janelle gave him an exasperated look, still clutching the sheets around her. Killian leaned in, pressing a soft kiss to her forehead as a small, amused smile curved his lips. "Come on, let's get dressed before he walks in again and loses whatever is left of his eyesight," Killian said in a quiet murmur. Janelle sighed in reluctant agreement, her body still flushed with lingering heat, but she slowly began to rise from the bed with him. "You're locking the door from now on," she grumbled, reaching for her clothes. Killian smirked. "Or we just move to a house with a moat." Janelle had changed into a soft lilac lounge set, her hair tied up messily as she headed straight into the kitchen, ignoring the awkward tension still lingering in the air. Killian, now in a black T-shirt and grey sweatpants, followed closely behind her before turning sharply toward Owen, his expression cool but sharp. "Sorry about that..." Owen began, scratching the back of his neck. "Don't make it
CHAPTER 149
"No, no," Killian said quickly, clearing his throat. "I mean, aren't you working?" "I just didn't want you to be lonely," she said softly. "And I figured you might want to get out of the house for a bit. You've been cooped up for days now." Killian closed his eyes briefly, pinching the bridge of his nose as he leaned back in his chair at the firm. Damn it, he should've known she might call. "You're sweet," he said, voice dipping into that velvet tone he reserved just for her. "But honestly, I'm okay. You shouldn't worry about me." "You're sure?" Janelle asked, hesitant. "I just thought you might need company..." "Tell you what," he cut in smoothly, "how about you come home early today instead? We'll do something simple. I'll have everything ready. No stress, no rush, just us." Janelle blinked at the suggestion, caught a little off-guard. "You want me to leave work early?" "I miss you," he said quietly, and it wasn't entirely a lie. "I'd rather have you to myself at h
CHAPTER 148
"Finally, something useful from you today." Ashley teased. "Ouch. I work hard on our project and still get roasted." She laughed as they settled into a booth by the window. George handed her the menu and leaned back in his seat, watching her with a teasing smile. "You're probably going to order something super fancy and then only take three bites, aren't you?" Ashley smirked over the menu. "What if I do?" "Then I'm eating the rest. I don't like wasting money or food." When the food arrived, grilled sandwiches and creamy milkshakes, Ashley took a sip and let out a satisfied sigh. "Okay, I'll admit. This place is good." "I only take my favorite people here." George said casually. Ashley blinked. "Wait, do you say that to every girl you bring here?" "Who said I bring girls here?" he grinned. "This place is my sacred spot. Consider yourself lucky." "Oh wow, what an honor." Ashley deadpanned, but her smile betrayed her amusement. They talked, teased, and laughed until
CHAPTER 147
Killian leaned back against the desk, arms folded as he stared at the scattered files across Owen's table. His eyes scanned the pictures, notes, and maps they had pieced together from Nathalie's case. After a pause, he said casually but with purpose, "You know the only way to do this is using her as bait, why don't you want that?" Owen's head snapped up. "No, no no." he protested immediately, rising from his seat. "That's out of the question." Killian didn't flinch. His gaze stayed steady. "I know you like this girl," he said, voice calm but firm. "Even if you don't want to admit it. But if you want her to be free, you'd agree to using her as bait." Owen looked away, jaw tightening, but Killian wasn't done. "These sex traffickers, or syndicate, cartel, whatever name they decide to go by they won't stop until they find her. And if they do..." He walked closer to Owen, lowering his voice, "...you might not be there to protect her. Which would be dangerous." Owen didn't res
CHAPTER 146
George caught her eyes almost immediately and smiled. "Morning, princess." he greeted casually. Ashley's lips twitched at the nickname, she loved it when he called her that, though she'd never admit it. A soft blush crept up her cheeks, but she turned away slightly. "We'll be late for class if we stand around here." she said quickly, trying to hide her flustered reaction. George chuckled and stood beside her. "You're the one who insisted we keep things on schedule." he teased lightly. "I didn't insist." Ashley muttered. "I just don't want detention on a Monday morning." They walked together through the school gates, moving through the crowd of students with ease. Ashley's fingers brushed his arm briefly, and she tensed, but he didn't pull away. "I picked good ice cream yesterday, didn’t I?" George said, nudging her playfully. Ashley let out a soft laugh. "You did. I'll give you that. I enjoyed both flavours." "Strawberry for you, chocolate chip for me, and th
CHAPTER 145
He hesitated only for a second before tapping “call.” Owen picked up quickly. "You're up early. That's new." Owen teased. Killian snorted. "Janelle's gone to work. And I've decided, I want in. On Nathalie's case." There was a short silence. "You sure?" "I am. I can work mornings and afternoons. Janelle's usually tied up with meetings till evening. That gives us time." "And you're not telling her?" "No." Killian replied simply. "She'd want me to take it easy. But I'm tired of sitting still. I need to do something again. Something real." "You think sneaking behind her back qualifies as ‘real’?" Owen asked dryly. "It's not sneaking. It's… strategic timing." Killian said, his tone dry. "Look, I won't put myself in danger. I just want to help push this forward. Nathalie deserves better than limbo." Owen sighed on the other end; "Alright. Then come by my place around ten. I'll have the files ready.” "Ten works." Killian took another sip of his coffee. "And Owen?" "
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