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Chapter 59: The Last Betrayal

Author: Ulo Shine
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-24 20:24:18

"Do you trust him?"

As he and Freda left the darkened study where Daniel had just shared his alleged intelligence, Williams' voice was quiet and tinged with mistrust.

With a groan, Freda clutched the folder Daniel had given her. As if the weight of its contents were pressing down on her chest, it felt heavier than paper should.

"No," she said in a steady voice that was almost audible above a whisper. However, I have faith that he wants to live. And aiding us now is essential to his survival."

Williams' jaw tightened as he let out a quick sigh. "I don’t like it."

"Neither do I," said Freda. Her free hand brushed the polished oak railing as she came to a stop in the hallway. "But if this is real if Daniel actually gave us something useful… it could be the final piece we need to take Sophia down for good."

Williams took a step forward, grounding her with his warmth. "Then let’s make sure it’s real before we bet everything on it."

The sharp clack of heels reverberated along the hallway be
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