Chapter 45: The Mysterious Soul Contract

"Cough!" Conner Shayle and Carson Quinny both started coughing, having choked on their own saliva. Julian Quipp's face, initially sincere, quickly turned to disbelief before settling into a slight smile. "Amanda, I know I haven't found you, and you've surely suffered because of it, but I promise to make it up to you. Please, let's stop this charade." Julian's voice remained as calm as ever, showing no sign of agitation or anger despite Amanda Quinny's unexpected move. "Charade?" Amanda clung...