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CHAPTER 395
~Zara's POV~
Kaid's eyes flickered with something—surprise, maybe even admiration. "So, you're really going independent?"
I nodded. "I need something that's mine. Something that isn't tied to his success."
"Huh, in case you haven't noticed—not so secret. You are still tied to him or it, the business. Snow is dangerous."
"Yes, he is, but only to those who warrant that danger."
"Urgh, really?"
"Yes. Why?"
Kaid tapped his fingers against the table thoughtfully. "Nothing? I respect that—your independence."
I smiled slightly. "Good. Because I meant it."
Kaid leaned forward slightly, resting his forearms on the table. "And what about everything else? The personal side of things?"
I exhaled slowly, looking away. "I don't know yet."
Kaid was quiet for a moment before nodding. "Fair enough."
He studied me for a second longer, then smirked. "Still… if you ever change your mind about that job, you know where to find me."