The Wrong Woman

Chapter 314

Nathan stepped out of the dormitory with Cole.

Standing on the deserted roadside, Nathan halted, his expression grave as he gazed into the distance, his eyes clouded with melancholy.

Cole asked in puzzlement, “General Morrison, why not ask her directly?”

Nathan replied bitterly, “Ask her what?”

“She clearly stated she’s a scientist from Sunterland and has signed a 15–year contract,” Cole explained.

Nathan’s smile turned rueful as he turned to Cole, his gaze dimming and his voice heavy with resignation. “Do you understand the significance of a scientist committing such a long–term contract with the country?”

Cole shook his head.

After a moment’s contemplation, Nathan asserted, “What we heard today must remain strictly confidential. Not a word of it should leave this place.” Chapter

“Understood, General Morrison,” Cole replied, still intrigued by the mysterious depth of Mila’s scientific abilities.

Glancing back at the dormitory, Nathan issued an instruction after a brief

pause.

“You and

manage the situation.

sir,” Cole

Nathan urged, “Go.”

farewell with a nod and turned

stood composed, awaiting

sight of Nathan, Mila

met

to the car, dragging her luggage and stowing it in

Mila greeted politely, her demeanor shifting to one of shyness and modesty in

gentle. “Are you heading back to

fingers unconsciously toying with the hem of her clothes.

too. Mind giving me a lift?”

looked at him, surprised.

“Everyone’s occupied. No one has

over one another, “You can drive. I mean, it’s

“I’ve been feeling quite tired lately. It wouldn’t

of the entanglements it might bring. Yet,

car to

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