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.

curving into a smile.” You wouldn’t let anything happen

side,” Jared stated,

then she acquiesced with a nod.

you planning to depart, Mrs. Johnston?”

Nicole replied, “I’ll have Lulu arrange

still a few matters

pinpoint the exact time of departure yet, but

gaze

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

Nicole exited the car and made her way

he watched her enter, the warmth in his eyes giving way to a more serious demeanor.” Let Charlie organize a team to go ahead. The rest will stay back,” he

couldn’t help but wonder if it was

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