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Adrian and Mira started with the decoration issues. The elders had been very specific about the flowers they wanted for the ceremony… Gladiolus. The flower had a long history of being associated with strength and character, and even its name came from the Latin word for a small sword. It was exactly the kind of flower the elders would choose, elegant enough for the ceremony but carrying a fierce image underneath it. Mira sighed after reading the details again. “This is ridiculous… Who the hell would even have this in Sunset City? And in bulk, for that matter?” Adrian kept his eyes on the road. “We should be able to find someone. The Scofields have been here for years, and they’ve been holding this ceremony every year, right? I’m sure someone prepared.” Mira frowned. “But things haven’t been the same after the war, plus the ceremony wasn't held last year. I doubt any florist would have that, unless they’re stupid.” Just then, Adrian slowed the car in front of a flower shop. Mira
Chapter 507
“Hi, Michael...” Celia’s voice echoed calmly from the other side of the line. There was a little hesitation in her voice, as if she had thought about calling him for a while before finally doing it. “I got your new number from Barry. Hope you don’t mind.” Michael leaned against the wall and smiled slightly. “Of course I don’t.” He quickly said. “It’s good to hear your voice. I didn’t get to say goodbye last time because...” He paused, not sure of how to explain what he had wanted to say. “Oh, about that, I... I’m actually in Sunset City right now.” His eyebrow lifted. “Oh yeah?” “Yeah. I cashed in all of my vacation days for the year, so I’ll be in town for a while. I was hoping we could… Catch up sometime?” Michael nodded even though she couldn’t see him. “Yeah, absolutely.” “Great. I’ll see you around, Michael.” The call ended. Michael stared at his phone for a while, a small smile tugging at his lips as he finally walked back toward the meeting room.– Two days later, at
Chapter 506
“We absolutely will not be doing that!” The elder looked toward Johnathan, “Explain to your grandniece and grandnephew why moving this ceremony won't be possible.” Jonathan spoke calmly, making it clear that the gathering was important to the family. “Every year, the Scofields use this ceremony to renew alliances, exchange information, make agreements, and quietly demonstrate that our family is still powerful.” The other elders nodded as Johnathan continued. “It is one of the ways we maintain our influence without having to make a public show of it. The event gives us an opportunity to strengthen old relationships, build new ones, and remind everyone connected to us that we remain a force that cannot simply be ignored.” The twins looked at each other. They knew Johnathan was right, but the timing couldn’t be any more worse. Another elder went further, explaining that canceling the gathering once could be overlooked, especially with everything that happened between Michael and
Chapter 505
Michael found himself caught in a loop as the memory of him killing those soldiers replayed over and over again in his mind. Every time he was falling into deep sleep, he saw the same moments. The gunfire, the bodies falling, the blood on his hands, and the terrible silence afterward. He tossed and turned in bed, trying to force the memory away, but it refused to leave him alone. No matter how much he tried to rest, his mind kept dragging him back there. Then a soft knock on the door finally made his eyes open. Michael remained still for a moment, staring at the ceiling before turning his head toward the nightstand. He looked at the digital clock beside his bed, it was getting close to 6 p.m. He frowned slightly, all that time and he couldn't even get some proper sleep. The knock didn't come again, but he got up regardless and moved toward the door. As he opened it and stepped out, he saw Monica walking away down the hallway and immediately called her back. Monica stopped and t
Chapter 504
Mira sighed while still in Jace’s embrace. She had barely stepped out of the SUV before he had rushed toward her and wrapped his arms around her. “I’m too jetlagged for this.” She muttered. Jace immediately realized he had probably overwhelmed her. “Oh, sorry!” He said, quickly pulling away. “I just... I-I...” Mira gave him a tired look and shook her head. “You missed me, I know.” She walked past him and picked up her luggage. “But how about we keep our hands to ourselves next time?” Her eyes briefly drifted toward Adrian. “Especially in public.” She handed her luggage to one of the helpers carrying the bags, then sighed and started toward the entrance. “Home, sweet home.” Barry watched the exchange and sighed awkwardly. He then tapped Jace lightly on the shoulder and motioned toward Michael. Jace followed his gesture and immediately understood what Barry meant. “Right.” He muttered, clearing his throat. He turned toward Michael, trying to compose himself and held out a hand. “W
Chapter 503
As they loaded their stuff into the car, Michael leaned closer to Mira, lowering his voice so only she could hear him. “I think I have my answer now.” Mira stopped what she was doing and looked at him with a confused expression, “Answer to what?” Michael gave her a knowing look, clearly enjoying the confusion on her face. “To my question at Fog Island.” She frowned. “Question?” He snickered under his breath. “Nevermind.” Before she could ask anything else, he walked past her and helped with her luggage. Mira watched him walk away, completely puzzled. She huffed and crossed her arms over her chest, “What is he on about?” She tried to remember what her brother could possibly be referring to, but nothing immediately came to mind. Just then, Adrian leaned down from behind her and whispered, “We’re good to go.” Mira sharply turned around and immediately found herself face to face with him. Their eyes met, and for a second, she completely forgot what she had been thinking about. Sh
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