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Chapter 83

Author: J.P. Andrade
last update Last Updated: 2023-09-16 22:16:27

Duncan sent his children to a completely protected house, with an advanced security system and a contingent of armed men to ensure their safety. As he looked at their faces, he approached them, feeling a mixture of relief and sadness as he temporarily said goodbye.

He walked towards the door, ready to face the dangerous mission of rescuing Rosalie. However, before he could cross it, Duncan heard hurried steps in the corridor behind him. He turned quickly and saw his daughter running towards him.

Before he could say anything, Angelika threw herself into his arms, her words whispered in her ear charged with a deep emotion.

" I know you’re my father. Somehow, I know you are. Please do everything you can to bring my mother back."

Tears accumulated in Angelika’s eyes as she held Duncan’s jacket tightly. The despair and uncertainty of the moment enveloped her, making her feel small and vulnerable in a dangerous and unpredictable world.

She walked away a little, just enough to look into Dun
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