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    Lionel said nothing, dragging his slightly limping legs toward the carcasses.


    Rita opened her mouth to call out to him, but Rosie stopped her.


    “I’ve done a quick job on his injuries. It’s better to finish the bandaging once the wolves are taken care of.”


    “But we made the n together, he…”


    Rosie cut her off, “We will deal with thatter. Right now, we only have ten minutes. Get the wounded patched up first.”


    Rosie could see Lionel’s self-reproach, but she knew that Harlee’s task had to bepleted within the time limit. The priority was to get everything done and then gather on time.


    Inside the yard, while the recruits tended to their injuries and dealt with the wolf carcasses, Harlee was already indulging in the snacks and drinks that Rhys had thoughtfully brought along.


    Rhys and Harlee emerged from the tent, with Rhys leading the way. He settled onto a stone in the yard, and Harlee, a step behind, found herself pulled directly onto hisp.


    “Hmm?” Harlee’s lips curved into a yful smile as she draped her arms around his neck. She raised an eyebrow, her tone light but teasing.


    “You wouldn’t be so insecure as to stake your im in such a bold way, would you?”


    The faint scent of mint from her skin mixed with the breeze, just strong enough to tempt Rhys. He fixed his gaze on her, unblinking. After a beat, he gently cupped her hand with hisrge one. His touch was tender andmanding.


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    “You don’t like it?”


    “I do.”


    With that, Harlee leaned in and kissed him. Her eyes shimmered with affection, yet there was a hint of yful mischief, as if she were teasing him on purpose.


    Rhys smirked, his fingers lifting her chin. His deep and slow voice seemed to reverberate straight to her heart.


    “Lee, let’s…”


    Harlee ced a finger over his lips, twisting her waist to rise. She let out a softugh.


    “Hush. Time to get down to business.”


    After speaking, her expression turned frosty as she stood motionless in the middle of the yard. Her eyes regained their usual detachment.


    From behind, Rhys watched her, a mix of affection and resignation flickering in his gaze. With a slight shift in posture, he let a sly smile tug at the corner of his mouth. Even with the recruits about to arrive, she still took the opportunity to tease him. It seemed it was time for him to take her home.


    About three secondster, the recruits began to file in, one after another. When they spotted Harlee standing alone in the middle of the yard, their pace quickened. When they all gathered, they immediately stood at attention.


    Harlee nced sideways at Rhys. Her dark, unwavering gaze locked with his for a moment. A subtle, meaningful smile yed at the corner of her lips before she coolly turned her attention to the recruits. After a few seconds of silence, Lionel stepped forward. He hesitated and then saluted her.


    “Ma’am, it was my n.”


    Not missing a beat, Rita followed closely behind.


    “Ma’am, this n was the result of our discussion.”


    The recruits’ gazes gravitated toward Harlee. They all knew she wasn’t a fan of blind loyalty. Therefore, none of them rushed to take the fall.


    With a slight tilt of her chin, Harlee fixed her eyes on the two who had stepped forward. Her voice was calm as she asked, “Do you still think you are invincible?”


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