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Bonus chapter [Ada 5]
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2024-10-29 19:42:56I left home after calling Mr Adams back to inform him I wouldn't be able to make it due to some unforeseen circumstances, I could sense the disappointment in his voice, but there was nothing I could do.
Chi tried to convince me not to go making different thoughts and opinions, most especially scary ones. But I ignored her, she left when she realised I wasn't going to listen to her. I stared widely at Ian's huge mansion, hoping I didn't make a mistake coming here.
I felt out of place as I proceeded to step in, a young man in black suit stepped out before I could even get closer.
"Follow me ma'am." he said in a rich baritone voice.
I followed the man into the compound, my mouth opened wide on its own accord, the mansion was beautiful, like too magnificent. It spelt sophistication. I just hoped I won't get lost.
Men in black suits could be seen standing at differen
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