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Chapter 23: Astounded

Author: Priscillia
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-19 22:06:46

Adam's POV

"She is in the cell holdings, sir." One of the officers announced.

I rose to my feet and adjusted my blazer suit before heading out of the office. I could hear screams coming from one of the holding cells, but I could care less for criminals who have refused to bend to my authority.

The door was opened and my eyes landed on the dark brown hair seated on the chair in handcuffs with tears running down her eyes.

"I am guessing this is the first time we are meeting Miss Maria or should I say Mrs Maria." I cracked a smile on my face, seeing how worried she looked.

"What do you want from me? I haven't done anything wrong." She said,

"Of Course, you haven't done anything wrong, my dear friend. The only problem is that we need you to bait a very important person and once they come to us, we will let you leave."

"Dominic Moreno? I am sure that is who you want, but let me tell you something. He is going to come and I know you will regret ever asking for his presence." Her choice o
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