Nathan, sensing her distress, approached and tenderly ki*sed her cheek, signaling his desire to diffuse the tension.


    “I know you care about me and wouldn’t harm me, Lucinda, and I feel the same way.


    Colby is still so young, and I was just teasing.


    ”


    Lucinda ki*sed him back, and then inquired, “Are you truly considering sending Colby to the National Security Bureau when he’s older?”


    Nathan nodded solemnly, his tone indicating he wasn’t joking.


    “It’s important not to coddle him too much.


    Facing challenges will shape his character.


    It could be a great opportunity for him to be trained from a young age at the National Security Bureau.


    ”


    Lucinda remained silent.


    She trusted Nathan’s judgment and didn’t see a need to oppose his decision.


    She understood that if Colby was overly pampered, it could lead to negative consequences.This content is ? N?velDrama.Org.


    Actually, she appreciated Nathan’s thoughtful approach.


    As the designated time drew nearer, a serious case involving a serial killer emerged in Stastle, requiring Nathan’s presence to coborate with the local police station for investigation.


    It happened to be the day Lucinda was scheduled to meet N.


    Unfortunately, Nathan couldn’t spare the time to apany Lucinda to the ind and retrieve N.


    Upon hearing the news, Nathan’s fury surged, though he understood the gravity of the situation.


    As the leader of the National Security Bureau, investigating personally was imperative to prevent widespread panic.


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    Attempting to assuage his concerns, Lucinda offeredfort, “Don’t worry.


    Your work is crucial.


    Retrieving N from the ind isn’t a major issue.


    ”


    With a solemn expression, Nathan replied, “I’m concerned about leaving you alone.


    ”


    Lucinda reassured him, “I can handle myself.


    I’m proficient in judo, and N poses no threat to me.


    Besides, you’ve dispatched a team led by Sonny to guard the seaside.


    Everything will be fine.


    ”


    Nathan reluctantly epted the situation, acknowledging his pressing obligations.


    “If anything happens to you, call me or let Sonny know.


    Lucinda, you can’t get hurt.


    ”


    Lucinda nodded in agreement, reassuring him.


    As their conversation drew to a close, they embraced each other and drifted off to sleep.


    To prevent the possibility of being incapacitated by a potential rpse the next day, Lucinda had taken proactive measures by visiting theb for an infusion, ensuring the medication’s efficacy was firmly established in her system.


    That night, it felt as if even divine intervention was on her side.


    Lucinda remained free from any rpse, a wee relief from her usual worries.


    The two of them slept soundly until dawn.


    Nathan departed the N&L Fairy Land early for work.


    When Lucinda finally rose from bed, the entire viy empty and silent, the basement even more deste.


    She found herself alone in the basement.


    She flicked on the basement Light and, out of habit, reached for her phone as soon as she woke up.


    But instead, a pink note caught her eye on the screen.