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Chapter 74

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AVA

"Miss Ava, I do not understand what caused this sudden decision of yours. Please, can you explain, so I would have something to defend you with if questioned?" Amina asked, but her concern went beyond reason. I could tell she was more worried than she let on.

"I have a suspicion I want to check out. After that, I will come back. It is that simple," I said.

Amina did not fully believe me. Or rather, she wanted to understand more than I was willing to give her.

"I do not think I can explain
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