Chapter 769 ns in the Dark


    Chapter 769 ns in the Dark


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    Norris hummed a tune as he shut the door. He scrolled through videos on his phone, ncingzily at the security feed now and then.


    Inside the studio, the air felt strangely still. A quiet sadness lingered.


    Wanda’s figure disappeared. Lyra stepped forward and closed the door.


    “Do you think I’ll be disappointed in you?”


    Tess lowered her eyes and let out a soft sigh.


    Lyra looked at her for a moment, then sat down beside her. “You went soft this time, because it reminded you of yourself, didn’t it?”


    Tess stayed silent; it was practically a yes.


    Lyra smiled gently, her eyes warm. “Hey. Don’t me yourself.”


    Tess stared at the floor, her face nk, and said, “But I’ve been through so much. So many people have hurt me. I shouldn’t be this soft.”


    “I understand.”


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    Lyra reached out and took her hand, their fingers intertwined. Tess felt a quiet warmth pass between them. She slowly looked <i>up </i>and met Lyra’s soft, caring gaze.


    “Tess, the people who truly care about you want you to be strong, not turn into someone who feels nothing and only lives <i>for </i>revenge. Kindness matters. It’s one of the best things about you. None of us want you to lose that.”


    She gave Tess’s shoulder a gentle pat.


    “And I’m sure you’ve thought this through. People areplicated. Sometimes, giving someone a chance or a lesson is enough. The way you handled this is not wrong.”


    Lyra’s voice was soft, like a light breeze. But it carried a calm strength that eased the heart.


    At some point, Tess lowered her gaze again. After a long pause, she gently hooked her finger around Lyra’s.


    “Thank you… for always being here for me.”


    “Alright, don’t get all emotional on me,” Lyra said, squeezing her hand. “It’s almost evening. Raven should be back soon, We ve got


    work to do.”


    The figure slumped on the couch finally straightened up.


    “Okay.”


    tter!


    Tess pulled the studio door down, leaving only a small gap


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    She looked through that narrow opening, her eyes lingering inside, reluctant to leave.


    “You’re going to Kingnd sooner orter. This ce won’tst forever,” Lyra said.


    “Yeah. I’ll contact someone in the next couple of days to sell it. And I’ll move everything out.”


    Tess nodded, but her gaze still wouldn’t pull away.


    “If you like it that much, you can just build the same setup in Kingnd.”


    Lyra felt a little sorry for her.


    “No need. Once I’m there, I’ll be the lead designer at ‘Kin.’ I won’t be stuck in a small studio anymore. The Larson Group tower is huge.”


    “This is just you going back to where you belong.” Lyra smiled, genuinely happy for her.


    They looked at each other, their gazes entwined in the air.


    Soon, their car sped off toward Mars Legal.


    When they arrived, Raven was already in her office, working on herputer.


    Lyra knocked on the already open door to get her attention.


    But Raven was typing so fast, so focused, she didn’t hear it at all.


    Lyra sighed and walked in<i>, </i>patting her on the back.


    Raven jumped in her seat, startled. When she saw it was Lyra, she let out a breath and patted her chest. “Wow, you scared me! When did youe in? I didn’t hear a thing.”


    Lyra flicked her lightly on the head. “I knocked. You just didn’t hear it.”


    Raven scratched her head. Knowing herself, that sounded about right. She stuck out her tongue and didn’t argue


    Watching their little exchange, Tess felt her mood lighten. “So, how’s the investigation<i>? </i>When can we move?”


    At the mention of work, both of them turned serious.


    “I’ve checked everything. Tomorrow night,” Raven said confidently, clicking her mouse quickly.


    A simple map appeared on the screen.


    “This is Max’s office.”


    She somehow produced a pointer and tapped a spot on the screen.


    “From what we know, Rachel is being held there. But we don’t know how to get into the hidden room yet. We’re hoping the soundproofing isn’t too strong, so we can coordinate with her from the outside.”


    Raven stroked her chin,ying out the n in detail


    <b>‘</b>But how do we get in Tess asked. “Hunt Group isn’t like Henry’s basic factory. They’ve got professional security and advanced


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    <strong>Olivia Harris</strong> is an emerging author celebrated for her captivating romantic and steamy novels. With a talent for crafting deep emotional connections and fiery chemistry between her characters, Olivia’s stories offer readers an escape into worlds filled with passion, intrigue, and heart-stopping drama.