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,

risk visiting her, but thankfully, he hadn't been detected, allowing

were still there, but

Nicole moved to the window, gazing into the night, her

Meanwhile, Jared returned

"Mr.

Charlie hurried over, concern evident as

Charlie felt

go back and talk," Jared suggested, leading

the room, Jared instructed Charlie, "Arrange for someone to search for Nicole, but don't be

have seen

"She's safe for now, but we

plan, he was prepared

Jared's

it," Jared said, giving Charlie

Charlie turned and left to organize

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