HappyNovelChapter 883 Chapter 883: With a great sense of relief, Cedric embraced Daniela tightly. "You hadworried." Daniela responded by patting Cedric's back lightly and laughed. "Scared? Don't be. I'm here, all safe.” Throughout their walk to the office, Cedric held Daniela's hand firmly.
Observing them, the secretary believed in love again.
Once back in the office, Cedric only relaxed after sitting and watching Daniela for stime. Daniela had been unusually tired these past few days, and upon reaching the office, she immediately laid down on the sofa to sleep.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtCedric stole glances at her repeatedly before finally turning his attention to his phone.
He had received many voice messages from Rex.
Choosing not to use headphones this time, Cedric converted the aumessages into text to read them.
"Wow, Cedric! You won't believe what happened! Down in the alley on Old Street, the leader of Extinction was taken out. It tookby surprise. Guess who I saw? Clarinda! She was decked out in all black: a loose hoodie, a baseball cap, skinny jeans, and a mask. When she first showed up, she seemed like any other young woman with her hair in a high ponytail. She moved in silence, and before I fully realized what was happening, it was all over. The encounter was just a blur of swift actions." Cedric raised an eyebrow at the message. "Old Street?" "Yes, that's right! Old Street, just opposite Phillips Group. Quite the coincidence, huh? I meant to message you, but everything happened so quickly. They neutralized the leader of Extinction before I could even reach for my phone. Following this incident, it's obvious to..." Everyone knew that Clarinda had your back. Who would dare to touch you now? Cedric paused for a moment before asking, “Can you get in touch with Shadow? I'd like to meet her personally tonight." Find what you love at gVlnovs.☐☐☐ Rex responded, "I'll see what I can do." Cedric was confused. Had they becthat close? Minutes later, Rex messaged again. "Shadow's on her way up to see you now." Cedric's confusion deepened. With a chuckle, Rex added, "I'm coming up as well. I want to say hello to your wife." Shortly after, the door to Cedric's office opened.
A tall woman clad in black entered.
Cedric glanced at Daniela, who was still sleeping, and motioned for Shadow to speak from the other side of the room.
It might have been his imagination, but Cedric thought Shadow's eyes lingered on Daniela a moment longer as she walked past.
Cedric frowned, and Shadow stepped closer.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Why are you looking out for me?" Cedric asked.
Shadow folded her arms, her voice calm and detached your bos just toldto stretch my legs."
Cedric was skeptical of her response but chose not to challenge hen "I'm willing to pay for protection at the going rate."
Shadow nodded and said, "Alright, but I'm not the one to set the pride. You'll need to discuss that with our boss." Cedric didn't beat around the bush. "When can I meet your boss?"
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