Chapter 701

Valerie quickly jabbed a few needles into Miriam, and Miriam took a deep breath, suddenly snapping awake.

Her face was pale as she clung desperately to Valerie's hand, then turned to Declan. "Is what he said true, Declan? Is everything he said real?"

Declan asked, "Didn't my dad come back? Didn't he tell you anything?"

Miriam opened her mouth, but for a moment, no words came out.

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After Victo