Nathan, sensing her distress, approached and tenderly ki*sed her cheek, signaling his desire to diffuse the tension.
âI know you care about me and wouldnât harm me, Lucinda, and I feel the same way.
Colby is still so young, and I was just teasing.
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Lucinda ki*sed him back, and then inquired, âAre you truly considering sending Colby to the National Security Bureau when heâs older?â
Nathan nodded solemnly, his tone indicating he wasnât joking.
âItâs important not to coddle him too much.
Facing challenges will shape his character.
It could be a great opportunity for him to be trained from a young age at the National Security Bureau.
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Lucinda remained silent.
She trusted Nathanâs judgment and didnât see a need to oppose his decision.
She understood that if Colby was overly pampered, it could lead to negative consequences.
Actually, she appreciated Nathanâs thoughtful approach.
As the designated time drew nearer, a serious case involving a serial killer emerged in Stastle, requiring Nathanâs presence to collaborate with the local police station for investigation.
It happened to be the day Lucinda was scheduled to meet Nala.
Unfortunately, Nathan couldnât spare the time to accompany Lucinda to the island and retrieve Nala.
Upon hearing the news, Nathanâs fury surged, though he understood the gravity of the situation.
As the leader of the National Security Bureau, investigating personally was imperative to prevent widespread panic.
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Attempting to assuage his concerns, Lucinda offered comfort, âDonât worry.
Your work is crucial.
Retrieving Nala from the island isnât a major issue.
â
With a solemn expression, Nathan replied, âIâm concerned about leaving you alone.
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Lucinda reassured him, âI can handle myself.
Iâm proficient in judo, and Nala poses no threat to me.
Besides, youâve dispatched a team led by Sonny to guard the seaside.
Everything will be fine.
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Nathan reluctantly accepted the situation, acknowledging his pressing obligations.
âIf anything happens to you, call me or let Sonny know.
Lucinda, you canât get hurt.
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Lucinda nodded in agreement, reassuring him.
As their conversation drew to a close, they embraced each other and drifted off to sleep.
To prevent the possibility of being incapacitated by a potential relapse the next day, Lucinda had taken proactive measures by visiting the lab for an infusion, ensuring the medicationâs efficacy was firmly established in her system.
That night, it felt as if even divine intervention was on her side.
Lucinda remained free from any relapse, a welcome relief from her usual worries.
The two of them slept soundly until dawn.
Nathan departed the N&L Fairy Land early for work.
When Lucinda finally rose from bed, the entire villa lay empty and silent, the basement even more desolate.
She found herself alone in the basement.
She flicked on the basement Light and, out of habit, reached for her phone as soon as she woke up.
But instead, a pink note caught her eye on the screen.