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    ---- Chapter 2950 Franz reassured Andrew. "Don''t overthink it. Juno is the most level-headed member of our team. She''s always wanted to secure a ce and obtain citizenship in the Church of Light''s territory. "That''s why she''s been working hard and saving money all these years. I believe she''s close to her goal. Reginald even helped her negotiate with a bishop from the Church of Light. They didn''t get an immediate response, but it seems promising. "You know Juno...


    She''s a real Ounds mercenary, born and raised, spending her entire life crawling through danger and killing." Andrew quickly nodded. "Ipletely respect Juno''s wishes." The unspoken rule in the Ounds was harsh for mercenaries. They were typically considered dirty and disposable. Factions would use them when convenient and discard them just as easily, sometimes even eliminating them without a second thought. Many mercenaries, despite umting vast wealth and making countless sacrifices, would never achieve a peaceful retirement.


    ---- As the others left, Andrew hesitated before approaching Nyx. " What do you think?" Nyx softly replied, "I don''t know." Andrew patted her shoulder. "Don''t worry. My dad will be fine. Let''s believe in him. I want to tell you something. But keep it between us." Intrigued, Nyx asked, "What is it?" Andrew smiled, "I know you wanted to go with my dad, wherever he was going. You wanted to help him, right?" Nyx nodded in confirmation "I feel the same way," Andrew continued. "Once I officially reach the martial god level, we''ll both go to the Veiled Paradise.


    But first, I need to establish a safe territory for everyone. Nyx, my dad told me to protect you, and I''ll definitely do that." A warm feeling passed through Nyx''s heart. She smiled lightly, * Andrew, you can''t even beat me. Now you''re talking about protecting me? Really?" Andrew just smiled, "You can trust me." Nyx nodded. "I believe you. Maybe I didn''t before, but I do now." ---- They looked at each other, something different brewing between them. 1 Nyx blushed and quickly tured away. Andrew instinctively stepped forward, but Nyx swiftly escaped through the window, calling back. "Don''t!


    I''m not ready. I heard everything you discussed with Mr. Lloyd Senior. Andrew, even if you can''t win my full confidence and trust, I''ll still help you achieve your goals. However, I won''t give myself to you." Andrew was mortified, realizing Nyx had overheard everything. Reginald''s not-so-subtle matchmaking attempts were now exposed. He felt his face burning with embarrassment, feeling like he had been caught in some awkward, underhanded attempt to win her over. 1