Nora glanced at Oliver, who had rushed to apologize, her expression unreadable.“There’s no reason for you to stay. Yes, this started because of you, but you were also used. Now that Stardust’s crisis is resolved, you can go.”Oliver froze.Jodi, on the other hand, nearly jumped in excitement when she caught one phrase.“Crisis resolved? Nora, is that true? Does this mean Stardust can start taking orders again tomorrow?”Eric chuckled and nodded.“On the drive back, Nora already explained it to me. She had a contingency plan from the start. Once we release the statement, everything will settle down.”Jodi’s face lit up, and she instinctively tugged on Oliver’s sleeve. But Oliver couldn’t smile. She lowered her head, guilt pressing heavy on her shoulders.“As long as Stardust is safe… you’re right, Nora. I don’t deserve to stay.”Breaking free of Jodi’s grip, she turned and disappeared into the night.Joditook a step after her, then stopped, biting her lip. She didn’t want to
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