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Chapter 54 - Natalia's Staff
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"What do you mean Dennis was killed? Who killed him?" Hayden asked, putting his arms around Natalia, who was staring in shock at Andy. "We found Jon, and he was waiting for us. He got a shot off before we could react. Unfortunately, he got away before we could catch him. He's unraveling fast, so I want to get you out of here before he comes for you next. He already knows you're here, Natalia, and we know he has a gun. I have a transport van downstairs. We can take the service elevator. I don't want to take the chance of passing him in the lobby." Andy made a move to get behind Natalia's wheelchair, but Hayden stopped him. "We're not going anywhere. We have security downstairs that will stop anyone from getting up here. You were only allowed because they recognized you from being here before. This is where we're the safest." Hayden glared at the FBI agent. How dare he try to push Natalia's chair? "Listen, you don't have a choice. We already know that Captain Clift
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