Chapter 22.
Author: Quin Ari
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Chapter 22.

The guard held his ground, though his Adam's apple bobbed in a hard swallow.

"I'm sorry, sir. The rules are clear. It’s my duty. Only residents and pre-registered guests are allowed in. If you're visiting someone, the homeowner must come out to verify and receive you."

"Do you know who I am?" the man in suit spat, his finger jabbing toward the guard's chest. “You have three seconds to move. Delay me again, and I’ll make you pack your things and leave immediately!”

Just then, a man
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