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Chapter 160 - Counterattack

Author: Joanna Jade
last update publish date: 2026-03-15 00:01:10

Roman’s footsteps echoed sharply against the concrete walls as he paced the length of the holding cell for what felt like the hundredth time.

Across the bars, Davin stood beside Marcus James and Alec, watching him carefully.

Roman suddenly stopped pacing and turned on them.

“What the hell happened?” His voice cracked through the quiet hallway

None of them answered immediately.

Roman let out a short, humourless laugh and dragged a hand through his hair.

“No, seriously,” he continued, his voice r
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Evil, evil lady! I hope his father comes out of hiding to save him…
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