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Chapter 66

Author: Brookedavi
last update Last Updated: 2026-01-15 02:54:06

As soon as I can move without trouble, I head for the lift. Niko catches my arm as I jab the button.

“Where are you going?” he asks.

“Where else?” I glare at him. “I want to see Aleksei. I was hurt and he didn’t even come. What kind of asshole move is that?”

Niko’s lips twitch. Maybe my expression is funny to him. I stare at his mouth, surprised by the almost-smile. He doesn’t keep it for long, just shakes his head and drops his hand. “If the Zver wants to see you, he’ll send for you.”

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