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The Courage To Fight

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last update Last Updated: 2024-08-26 00:00:02

“An old man, Darien's grandfather, who could help us stop her plans." Aysel responded.

Freya’s eyes snapped to attention, her interest piqued. "Darien's grandfather? I've never heard him mention an old man."

"Neither have I,” Jeri added.

"That's because Darien doesn't know about him,” Aysel nodded. “ But I'm certain… I'm certain you know who I'm talking about, Jeri."

Jeri's expression turned puzzled. "What makes you think that?"

"Because I've heard my mother mention that this old man is someone who once saved your life from her.”

Freya's eyes widened in surprise. "What? Jeri, what's going on?"

Jeri's face remained calm, unsure of who Aysel was talking about. She narrowed her gaze at Aysel, trying to figure who this old man was.

After giving it much thought, a hint of curiosity crept into Jeri's voice. "I think I know who Aysel might be talking about. An old man who once saved my life when I was at th
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