Nicole paused briefly, weighing her words. “Yes, and I’m going to ensure the news of my presence at the event is openly circulated.”

It seemed wiser not to conceal her schedule, as transparency might provoke a reaction from the opposing party.

Max’s comprehension dawned, his complexion turning a shade paler. “Mrs.

Johnston, are you really planning to use yourself as bait?”

It was evident that exposing Nicole’s itinerary now would certainly draw the attention of those figures lurking in the dark.

Nicole nodded affirmatively. “Since I’m their target, let them focus on me. It’ll keep others out of harm’s way.”

Considering their reluctance to confront her in San Joto, she saw an opportunity to draw them out.

“But isn’t that exceedingly risky?” Max’s worry was palpable.

toward Jared, her lips curving into a smile.” You wouldn’t let anything happen

be by your side,” Jared stated, his

showed a momentary frown, then she acquiesced with a nod.

are you planning to depart,

Nicole replied, “I’ll have

a few matters I

the exact time of departure yet, but left

gaze and promptly flashed a smile,

his attention diverted. He’s really taking this too seriously,’ she mused. It

the car and made

his eyes giving way to a more serious demeanor.”

grasped Jared’s intent to accompany Nicole. However, he couldn’t help but wonder if

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