Chapter 168. Unlikely Connections

Lara isn't surprised by her sleeplessness; it's the cause that catches her off guard. After the tumultuous events of yesterday, which involved finally receiving the ransom from Claire, narrowly escaping being framed for money laundering and illegal arms possession, and successfully turning the tables on Claire, causing her to withdraw her police dogs… She should be basking in the euphoria of herb victory or be busy perfecting the plans for her next moves.

She sighs.

It was indeed a whirlwind of events, enough to keep anyone up all night just processing it. However, that wasn't the reason for her sleeplessness. Lara hadn't once dwelled on the bizarre adventures of yesterdayever since the traumatic events that ended her family’s legacy. But today, she just seems unable to take it off her mind.

Perhaps it is the lingering scent of masculine beauty that tormented her, from the bar earlier. It filled her orifices, evoking a sense of familiarity that