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Chapter 88: Master Adrain Has A Key

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Herald.

"Master Adrian."

Thomas stepped out of the guardhouse with his hand already on the gate release.

I nodded once. "Good morning Thomas."

"Didn't know you were expected sir." The gate swung inward. "Mr Gerald isn't in."

"I know." I pulled forward. "I have a key."

"Of course sir." He stepped back. "Should I let him know you've—"

"No need." I kept moving. "I won't be long."

In the mirror, Thomas raised a hand. The gate closed.

I parked and sat with the engine off.

Thomas would log the visit.
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