Nicole was aware that Lawrence believed having her would make Jared hesitant, giving him a chance.

Jared seemed about to say more, but Nicole silenced him with a kiss.

Startled for a moment, Jared quickly regained his composure, kissing her deeply.

"I should head back now.

If I stay too long, there's a risk I'll get caught, and that could mess up your whole plan," Jared said reluctantly.

"Okay, see you soon," Nicole replied with a smile.

After smoothing her hair, Jared cautioned, "Take care of yourself.

Your safety comes first.

We can find other ways to handle everything else." "Don't worry," Nicole assured him.

leave, Nicole

Jared to risk visiting her, but thankfully, he hadn't been

guards outside were still there, but

moved to the window, gazing into the night, her expression gradually

Jared returned to

"Mr.

over, concern evident

unharmed, Charlie

suggested, leading the way

"Arrange for someone to search for Nicole, but don't be overly cautious."

have seen

safe for now, but we can't delay," Jared said, his determination

Nicole's plan, he was prepared

grasped Jared's

arrange it," Jared said, giving Charlie a

turned and left to organize the

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