An Unexpected Follower

After disembarking from the boat, Valerie Vance prepared to part ways with the second-in-command. "I've arrived, you can go back now. Thank you for your help."

Little did she know, the man raised an eyebrow and followed closely behind her, saying, "What? You want to ditch me after using me?"

Confused, Valerie Vance furrowed her delicate brows and asked, "What do you mean?"

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