_Author’s POV_
Calden cast a cold glance at Arlan and warned, “Don’t poke your nose into other people’s business.”
His tone was sharp, cutting.
Arlan was taken aback by Calden’s icy gaze, but he couldn’t help but smile. “Why are you even involved in this project? Don’t tell me it’s not because of her.”
The accusation hung in the air between them.
Calden remained silent, his expression giving nothing away.
They walked side by side down the road until Calden finally spoke up after a long while. “Do you know the man who was with Zarelle earlier?”
“Jericho Stormy, he introduced himself. Seems like he’s Zarelle’s partner for this project,” Arlan replied with a shrug. “I have no clue where Zarelle found him, but his resume’s pretty impressive.”
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