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40: Shadows Behind the Flash

Author: Risa Mint
last update publish date: 2025-04-14 15:42:12
Chapter 40

Mia’s heart pounded in her chest like a war drum as she bolted down the stairs, her arms wrapped tightly around a drowsy Sofia. Every creak of the steps, every flicker of light felt like it might snap her already fraying nerves. At the base of the stairs stood Susan and Carlos, her head of security, flanked by a few other of her guards. Their faces were grim, alert.

“We have to move. Now,” Carlos said firmly, already motioning for his team to secure the perimeter.

Mia’s fingers
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