The Man in the Shadows

Tara seemed stumped. "But Mr. Bodyguard keeps following you. I don't have a chance to be alone with him."

Valerie understood what she meant. "When he comes back later, tell him I've returned to the hotel."

Tara perked up and said gratefully, "Thank you, Valerie. You're indeed my best friend!"

Valerie chuckled softly but didn't say anything else. She packed up her stuff and left the bar.

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