M found Nathan’s response disheartening, her dissatisfaction cast a shadow over her mood. It


    appeared he was reluctant to admit it.


    Meanwhile, Nathan remained deep in contemtion.


    M changed the subject, asking, “Nate, if we manage to escape from here, what are your ns?”


    Taking a seat at the bed’s edge, Nathan responded casually, “I aim to dismantle the Dark Shadows


    Society.”


    “This is Dorzania, not Norvania,” M reminded, settling in beside him, their shoulders touching. “How


    do you intend to dismantle such a vile society here?”


    “By targeting their leaders. With no one to lead, the society will crumble on its own,” Nathan exined.


    “Excellent, count me in.” M smiled warmly.


    Nathan nced at her, his eyes reflecting a hint of confusion. He had no clue about her


    statement. After their escape, M would return to Suntend.


    Under Nathan’s intense gaze, M felt a tinge of shyness and difort. She gently took hisrge


    hand, cing it on herp, and holding it tenderly.


    Nathan was once again taken aback, observing her actions with curiosity.


    He couldn’t help but wonder what she was up to and why was she initiating contact by holding his hand


    and gently caressing it.


    His heartbeat quickened as he silently observed her. Even during their marriage, she had never been


    this affectionate with him.


    M continued to rub his hand and lightly pat its back, speaking with assurance, “We will certainly leave


    this ce safely, Nate. I have faith in you.”


    Nathan withdrew his hand slowly. “Behaving like this might give me the wrong impression.”


    M paused as Nathan pulled away his hand with a bittersweet expression. She was unable to


    suppress her smile.


    A straightforward man like him needed her to confess before he could understand her feelings.


    Blushing, M smiled, opting to remain silent.


    Following their conversation, they delved into more detailed nning, readying themselves for any


    unexpected turns of events. M felt a sense of calm wash over her.


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    Regardless of the oue, as long as she remained as M, she held the power topel those


    people to send Nathan back to Norvania.


    In the depth of night, Nathan and M received a summons from Ss as if the opportunity presented


    itself without their seeking.


    As they entered the opulent meeting hall bathing in the glow of countless lights, they found


    themselves amidst a crowd. Among the attendees stood Lucas and Oliver, an unexpected sight that


    piqued their curiosity.


    On the table rested a familiar box, its presence instantly darkening M’s countenance.


    Sensing her unease, Nathan leaned closer, his voice a soft murmur, “Wha’s wrong? Are you feeling


    unwell?”


    With a subtle nod, M gestured toward the high–tech box before them. Nathan followed her gaze.


    “What is it?”


    “48 bottles of hydronium,” M whispered, her voice barely audible. “I hadn’t anticipated their swift


    acquisition of it from the heavily guarded Suntend Research Institute.”


    Nathan contemted her revtion. “Have you considered the possibility of Suntend spies. among


    them?”


    M’s expression soured as she realized her oversight.


    Meanwhile, Murray reclined with crossed legs, his gaze fixed intently on M. After a moment of


    silence, he inquired, “What are you two whispering?”


    Baffled by Dorzanian, Nathan furrowed his brow at the question.


    M offered a warm smile. “Congrattions on swiftly securing the hydronium.”


    Murray pointed toward the box, his skepticism evident. “Is it truly hydronium contained within this box?”


    Assuming the contents had been verified, M was caught off guard by the doubt.


    Murray persisted, “We couldn’t open it, so we’ve brought you here to inspect it.”