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Chapter 72

Autor: Michy Gaza
last update Fecha de publicación: 2026-01-27 11:53:07

The man hesitated for half a second, clearly not expecting that request in an ICU ward.

“…A chess set, sir?”

“Yes,” Damian said calmly. “Now.”

The man nodded and disappeared.

Nikolai grinned. “See? Having power is useful.”

Damian looked at him sideways. “Don’t get used to that idea.”

“Too late,” Nikolai said, climbing back into the chair.

A few minutes later, a sleek travel chess set was placed on the rolling tray table between them.

Nikolai immediately reached for the pieces. “I’m white.”

“Of
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