Chapter 281

The middle-aged man scoffed in disdain and walked away.

Karina, trembling, collapsed onto the ground as her tension melted into exhaustion. She wiped the blood from the corner of her mouth, her swollen face a far cry from her usual composure. Panic flickered in her eyes—an emotion she rarely allowed herself to feel.

Fear was etched into her being.

Living in the shadows of the organization left no room for escape. Defection wasn’t an option—only death awaited those who dared to leave.

Her thoughts drifted to Jace. His recent actions had begun to cross dangerous lines, defying the very system that bound them.

What would happen if the boss found out?