“In truth, Debra tipped me off in advance that Luis would stir up trouble at Roz Town, which is why I was so confident in bringing our team here.”
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I was left dumbfounded.
Recollections of the events in Thorn Edge Pack, combined with Caleb’s and Debra’s words, had me piecing everything together.
It turned out they had been privy to the Barton family’s plans all along. Faced with the insufficiency of evidence from the foggy forest incident, they’d allowed Luis’ rebellion. It was a way to eliminate this lurking threat.
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Zoe’s POV:
After the turmoil stirred by Luis’ rebellion settled, I escorted Harlan’s troops back to Roz Town.
The move had drained the town of its doctors, who had all migrated to the Thorn Edge Pack, leaving it eerily quiet.
But it served as the perfect convalescent haven for our wounded soldiers since it wasn’t too far away from the factory.
“Zoe, how are you?”
Just as I approached the hospital gate, a familiar voice came from behind.
I turned to find Riley rushing towards us in a state of apparent disarray in her suit.
“Riley? What brings you here?” My astonishment was evident.
Office hours were not over, making Riley’s presence here was nothing short of a surprise.
Riley, her worry evident, replied, “I heard you and Harlan were here.
Word reached me that you sustained injuries while quelling the Thorn Edge Pack’s turncoats. I was greatly concerned, so I made my way here.”
I assured her, “We’re holding up fine. The Barton family couldn’t do much harm. Our injuries aren’t serious; some rest and we’ll be back on our feet. No need to fret.”
“That’s better!” Riley heaved a sigh of relief. Her eyes revealed a deep longing as she rushed to embrace me. “Zoe, it’s been an eternity since we last met. It warms my heart to see you safe.”
I was not accustomed to such displays of intimacy, and my body’s response was somewhat stiff.
I surmised that Riley must have been pining for Debra and me, for she was hardly one to abandon her decorum without a good reason.
I replied, “Debra and I have been missing you as well.”
After releasing me, Riley swiftly returned to her customary composure, addressing her subordinates with precision. “Form a unit to clear the battlefield without causing harm to the flowers. As for the captives, lock them up.
Moreover, keep a close eye on Luis. This is a direct order from Debra. Don’t let him die. He must return to the Thorn Edge Pack for trial.”
“Understood!” her subordinates chorused, heading off to carry out her instructions.
After securing us the best accommodations at the hospital, Riley added, “Take your time to recuperate here. Should you require anything, don’t hesitate to reach out.”
“Thank you, Riley.” I expressed my gratitude.
“Then, I must return to my job. Contact me if need be,” Riley said, bidding us farewell with her usual politeness as she departed for the office.
With Riley’s departure, Harlan suggested, “Let’s seize this opportunity to meet some people.”
“Who are they?”
“My loyal subordinates.”
We ventured outside the hospital where a group of burly men donned in police attire awaited. These men, exuding strength and capability, were evidently battle-hardened warriors of the Xeric Pack.
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Harlan, his countenance glowing with pride, proceeded to introduce them to me. “Zoe, meet my trusted subordinates.”
Before I could respond, his subordinates engaged in good-natured banter, asking, “Zoe, what’s your connection with Harlan?”
Harlan, flashing a grin, took my hand and began to offer an explanation.
“Who are you?” Suddenly, a resolute feminine voice interrupted.
From the corner came a young lady in a wheelchair, making her presence felt.
Without delay, Harlan approached and grabbed the girl’s wheelchair.
With affection in his eyes, he patted the girl’s head, and she rubbed his arm. The two appeared to be quite close.
The palpable intimacy between them surprised me.
Who was this girl? Why was Harlan so gentle to her?
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