Chapter 117

Cassian POV

“Stop here.” Bruno didn’t hesitate, pulling the car over at the edge of the village. The engine’s hum died, leaving only the cold, empty night.

I stepped out, boots sinking into the frost-hardened ground. The air was sharp, biting at my skin as I pulled a cigarette from my pocket. The lighter’s flame briefly lit the darkness, catching the anger in my eyes before vanishing into smoke.

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