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Chapter 26

Author: Tiana Edwin
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""I didn't need your help Enzo, I would've dealt with her just fine" I broke the awkward silence between us as we walked down the hall

"I know, that's why I dragged you away from her" he answered

"So?"

"We still need Avery alive" he simply answered. I don't know why but that almost made me to burst into laughter

We took a lift to the top floor of the warehouse. Lorenzo placed his thumb on the biometric scanner which was at the corner of a black majestic door.

"Welcome, Lorenzo Hernandez" the robotic voice spoke as the door automatically opened up.

"where are we?" I asked curiously as we stepped into the room.

"This is my office" he spoke proudly as the door shut itself.

The office was adorned with dark wood paneling, intricately patterned rugs, plush leather chairs and tall windows sealed in heavy, luxurious curtains, well-stocked bar which reflected his taste for the finer things in life . classical framed paintings and sculptures lines the wall exuding wealth and refinement. Soft a
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