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2024-10-29 19:42:56Odessa was startled by the manner at which her maid run into her room. The young maiden was pale and almost out of breath.
"Merciful goddess! What is the matter with you, Ayita? Are you perhaps, being haunted?" She struggled to disperse the horrified look in her face.
Ayita fought to regain her composure. She lowered her head as she stood before her.
"F... Forgive me for startling you, Mistress Odessa. But you must come with me at once."
....
Odessa had been on edge since the day began. It was the day the assassin was supposed to carry out his task. Despite knowing his reputation for being efficient, she couldn't shake her anxiety.
What if something went wrong? She couldn't afford any mistakes. She needed Sheera out of the way so she could gain access to the Alpha again.
She had instructed her maid to keep a close eye on them
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