Luara left the administrative headquarters before the usual time, walking with decisive steps, but maintaining a posture of false lightness to not give Cassian any impression she was plotting something. She noticed the bodyguard's movement when he assessed whether he should accompany her and held back a smile when she heard him murmur that he intended to "get to know the village better" before returning. It was perfect. Not having Cassian by her side gave her the freedom to deepen the plan ...