Chapter 242
Chapter 243 The Storm Squad Takes Over
e kept his faint smile.
He stepped aside and gestured toward the wide-open front door behind him.
“Ms. Kaelin has a kind heart. She let us take turns resting inside last night.” His smile stayed easy. “Truly, we are not worn out at all p>
Flynn went quiet. He studied Zane for several seconds.
“Is that so p>
Without waiting for a reply, he stood off to one side, clearly showing he had no intention of leaving, no matter what Zane said.
Zane let out a quiet, almost inaudible chuckle.
Before long, full daylight spilled across the sky.
The Guide residential district still lay wrapped in early morning calm, when hurried footsteps echoed from the upstairs rooms.
Flynn turned and laid eyes on the Guide he and his men were tasked to guard.
He tilted his long neck slightly, and the sharp edge of his expression softened.
“Good morning, Ms. Kaelin. I have brought the full Storm Squad to take over your daily protection detail p>
Lyra looked rushed, pulling her outer coat closed as she walked.
She nodded upon hearing him and typed her reply. “Good morning to all of you p>
She turned toward Zane. “Now that they are here, you and your team should go get some rest p>
Zane lowered his gaze and nodded. “Understood p>
Lyra shifted her attention back to Flynn. “Take me to the Core Prime court p>
Flynn’s brows drew together.
“Ms. Kaelin, you haven’t had your break p>
Lyra was already walking out the door before he could finish.
“No time. I’ll eat once we get back p>
Flynn and Zane, who had not yet left, hurried after her.
“Ms. Kaelin, skipping breakfast p>
Lyra lifted a hand to cut him off, her eyes settling on Zane.
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Flynn did not know better, but did Zane really need her to remind him again and again?
he pressed his lips together and spoke out of concern. “…At least take something to eat for the road p>
Glancing at the time, Lyra planned to head back inside and dig through the leftover gift parcels for edible
snacks.
Flynn called out to stop her.
“Ms. Kaelin, we brought pastries before reporting for duty. I cannot be certain they suit your tastes p>
Zane shot him a sideways glance.
Flynn had come thoroughly prepared.
This saved Lyra the trouble. She typed a quick thank-you and walked over.
One squad member held open the hovercar door.
“Please step inside, Ms. Kaelin p>
Lyra nodded and climbed aboard.
The man who had opened the door sprinted for the driver’s seat, only to find another teammate had beaten him there with a cheerful grin.
Flynn said, “We will be on our way p>
Zane watched as Flynn pulled several boxes from the hovercar’s rear storage compartment, handed them to Lyra, gave a short wave toward his group, and climbed calmly into the vehicle.
Tan and the rest of the Drifting Cloud Squad gathered nearby, all staring at the departing hovercar.
“Flynn acts so cold and detached, but he’s playing hardball p>
“He showed up before dawn supposedly to relieve us, and he even came prepared with gifts for the Guide p>
Mien slammed one fist against his palm, frustrated. “Ugh! Unbelievable p>
Zane said nothing for a moment.
“Let’s head back p>
From the hovercar, Flynn watched Lyra in the rear-view mirror, his tone respectful.
“I hope the food is to your liking. If not, I will send my men out to purchase something else p>
Lyra had already opened one container and was eating.
“It’s delicious, and perfectly timed. Thank you p>
A faint smile tugged at the corner of Flynn’s mouth.
When she finished her last bite, a crisp clean linen napkin was held out toward her.
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Lucia Morh
Lucia Morh is a passionate storyteller who brings emotions to life through her words. When she’s not writing, she finds peace nurturing her garden.