NovelEnglishChapter 0282 #25 BONUS It meant they had access to information that could be used against him a liability he couldn't afford.
Still, he saw an opportunity. If he could get to the address before anyone else, he could eliminate the doctor and ensure her silence. With Dr. McIntyre out of the picture, one of his most dangerous loose ends would be tied up, and there would be no one left who could expose him.
The thought brought a rare sulle to his face. For once, luck seemed to be on his side. Eliminating the doctor would be a critical step toward securing his plans and moving on to the greater goals that lay ahead.
Ella POV Alexander and I made our way to his office early the next morning. He ordered coffee and breakfast to be brought up, but other than that, he requested complete privacy.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHis knowledge of the northern border and the Roguelands was far more extensive than I had expected. When I asked how he knew so much, he responded with a cryptic comment and quickly changed the subject.
It was the kind of evasive answer I had cto expect from Alexander, and, surprisingly, I didn't mind. I was simply grateful for his expertise.
As we reviewed the maps and strategized for my meeting with Dr. McIntyre, I couldn't shake the unease curling in my stomach. It still felt like I was walking into a trap. But having Alexander's intel and support made it easier to focus.
If this meeting turned out to be a trap, I would be ready.
"You're absolutely certain this is what you want to do?" Alexander asked for the fourth ttoday.
I took a sip of my coffee, hoping my expression conveyed my irritation, but it didn't seem to have any effect.
I sighed. "Yes," I said as clearly as I could. "I'm sure." "I'm surprised," Alexander replied, and I resisted the urge to remind him that we'd already had this exact conversation.
Neither of us had gotten enough sleep last night, and we were both still a little on edge, especially after yesterday's argument. But that wasn't why he kept asking.
He thought I was making a mistake.
"I'm not wrong about this," I said confidently. "I know it could be dangerous, and I know it could go badly. But that's exactly why I have to be the one to do it. I'm not sending anyone else in my place and putting them at risk. Besides, whatever she wants to talk about, it's probably not something we want to risk getting out in the open Better to handle it ourselves than let it becgossip, don't you think?" Alexander nodded slowly. "I have to agree with that," he said. "Unfortunately." "Why is it unfortunate?" I asked, ready to argue again if I had to. I wasn't going to back down.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Because I was hoping the next twe went out together, it would be pleasant," Alexander said, fixingwith a charming smile.
I rolled my eyes, but I couldn't help the small smile that tugged at my lips.
"We just went on a date last night," I pointed out.
"Feels like it doesn't count," Alexander said with a shrug. "We spent part of the evening with other people, and it Chapter 0202 ended in an argument. I think we need a do-over."
I shook my head in disbelief, but his grin toldhe knew he'dsuccessfully eased the tension in the ΕΠ room.
"You're something else," I said softly, the warmth in his eyes making my resolve falter slightly. "So, you' coming with me?" "Of course I am," Alexander said as if it were the most obvious thing in the world. "You're my wife." Chapter 0283
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