Riley’s POVThe air went thin after the call. Michael turned, his voice steady but edged. “I’m leaving. The video has been retrieved.”The words hit me like a jolt, relief flooded me so fast it almost felt dizzying, yet at the same time, suspense curled tight in my stomach. My lips moved before I thought it through. “Can I come with you?”His stood still and stared at me, and for a second I thought he would refuse. My chest tightened.“Please,” I said again, softer this time, adding another, “Please.” I didn't need puppy eyes, I just needed him to nod.Something in his eyes shifted, the hesitation breaking, and finally he nodded.I could not stop the little spark of triumph that warmed me. All thanks to Aria, for teaching me those tricks, no, I won't call it tricks but life saving hacks.I rushed to my room, tugged on a jacket and matching trousers in a haste, shoved my feet into sneakers, ran fingers through my hair and sprayed a quick scent. I slung a bag over my shoulder and forced
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