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104. The Money Talk

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CHAPTER 104: The Money Talk

Luna Elodie's POV:

I packed the scant evidence from Blackthorn’s chambers, my hands trembling as I forced myself to breathe steadily, locking the drawer. If this was well hidden by Blackthorn, it meant it was never meant to see the light of day.

Once the room was locked behind me, I hurried down the dimly lit corridor, the eerie silence pressing on my senses as I listened for any sign that I was being watched or followed. My chambers felt like a sanctuary when I finally reached them, though my nerves were taut.

Immediately, I reached for my bed, sliding the evidence beneath my pillow as I adjusted the silk coverlet just as the door swung open.

I veered around in shock, seeing Maverick standing there, his piercing eyes scanning the room.

“M-Maverick,” I stammered, forcing calm into my voice as I folded my hands around my chest. “To what do I owe this visit?”

He stepped further inside, his gaze narrowing. “What are you doing, mother? Where have you been?”

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