Khaid descended from the heavy, armored G-Wagon at the imposing compound of his father’s estate. He told Kael, “Wait for me here. Keep the engine running.”He ignored the several maids who were instantly drawn to him, their greetings mixed with lewd, assessing stares. He didn't break stride until he reached the sitting room.There, he saw his mother, Jane, supervising a maid, issuing quiet instructions. The moment Jane sighted him, she gasped and rushed forward, enveloping him in a bone-crushing, desperate hug. “Khaid! It has been a while!”Khaid's body instantly went rigid. He hadn't been hugged by his mother since he was a toddler. His hands shot up in shock, hovering awkwardly in the air. He managed to wriggle out of her hold, taking a small step back to regain his space."Hello, Mother," he greeted, his voice formal.Jane smiled—a sad, broad, almost tearful smile. Khaid noted that she looked haggard. Her eyes were shadowed, and her skin seemed almost translucent."Are you sick, Mo
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