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CHAPTER 10

Author: Nyeche
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-23 14:33:37

Chapter 10: The Secrets of Killian

ARIA's POV

Tension permeated Killian's office, pressing down on my chest like a stifling weight. The slight metallic tang of blood that lingered to me from the rogue attack mixed with the smell of ancient leather and polished wood. Killian's silhouette was framed by the moonlight as he stood by the wide window. Something colder and sharper replaced his normally calm manner—a man caught in the act of concealing too much.

My voice pierced the quiet like a razor as I said, "You're keeping secrets from me."

Killian's black eyes were unreadable when he turned to me. Aria, everyone has secrets. even you.

I refused to back down and crossed my arms. "Avoid deflecting. Before the attack, I listened to what those rogues had to say. Killian, they said your name. They were aware of you.

The glimmer of remorse in his eyes betrayed him as his jaw tightened.

"Have you not been making deals?" I pushed. "All this talk about keeping me safe, but you're collaborating
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