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Chapter 28

Author: Mick lawson
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He walked to his car, a mixture of worries and a hint of a wry smile playing on his lips. The sun was rising, casting a warm glow over the city.

As Samuel drove off, his mind was still grappling with the unusual events of the night. He glanced around, the city streets gradually coming to life.

As Liya walked along, lost in her own thoughts, her eyes suddenly locked onto a familiar face driving by. Her heart raced, and a mix of fear and panic washed over her. She recognized Samuel, the person whose belongings she had taken.

Instinct kicked in, and without a second thought, she started running. Her footsteps pounded on the pavement as she dashed through the streets. The weight of guilt and the fear of getting caught pushed her to keep moving, her mind racing just as fast as her feet.

She had never been in a situation like this before, and the adrenaline coursed through her veins. Samuel's belongings, now in her possession, felt like a heavy burden. She could
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