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

be by your side,” Jared stated, his tone solid and

showed a momentary frown, then she

planning to depart, Mrs.

replied, “I’ll have

are still a few matters I need to

pinpoint the exact time of departure yet, but left it in Lulu’s

her thoughts, Nicole caught Jared’s gaze and promptly flashed a

diverted. He’s really taking this too seriously,’ she mused. It wasn’t that she wanted to exclude

Nicole exited the car and made

her enter, the warmth in his eyes giving way to a more serious demeanor.” Let Charlie organize a team

grasped Jared’s intent to accompany Nicole. However, he couldn’t help but wonder if it was wise for them to go without additional security until

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