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“We ask guests to turn off their phones and place them here for the session,” she explained. “It

helps minimize distractions.”

Translation: they didn’t want recordings.

We hesitated, just for a second, then did as asked. I hated being cut off–especially walking into a place that felt this… controlled.

Beyond the entry, the hallway dimmed. Soft amber lights lined the walls, and the air was thick with some kind of designer incense–something between sandalwood and overpriced candle.

The décor leaned heavily into curated mystique: abstract art, minimalist furniture, and a few vaguely symbols stenciled on the walls for effect. It was the kind of space that tried very hard to feel exclusive.

As we walked, I noticed someone fall into step beside me, their presence blocking some of the light.

The haze of incense shifted briefly, replaced by a faint, clean woodsy scent–subtle, expensive, familiar.

It was Alpha Sebastian.

His mouth close to my ear. “Why did she suddenly let us in?”

I glanced at our guide walking ahead, then cupped my hand over my mouth to whisper back. “Money talks.”

“What was that?” he asked, leaning even closer.

I repeated myself, but he still pretended not to hear.

“You said what?” he persisted.

I fought back an eye roll. Was he suddenly hard of hearing?

Frustration mounting, I stood on my tiptoes and turned toward his ear, cupping my hands around my mouth to whisper directly,“I paid her off!”

His warm breath tickled my skin as he turned his head unexpectedly, bringing our faces mere inches apart.

I found myself staring directly into his piercing eyes, my balance wavering from the surprise of his sudden proximity.

Alpha Sebastian’s arm circled my waist to steady me, and he mimicked my gesture, leaning in to whisper, “Clever little girl. I like your style.”

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A shiver ran from the top of my head to my toes.

My heart raced uncontrollably, and without thinking, I pushed him away forcefully.

Alpha Sebastian, caught off guard, stumbled back against the wall.

+25 Points

His hand brushed against a string of hanging metal charms, sending a sharp jingle through the quiet hallway.

I quickened my pace, distancing myself from him and the scene of the crime.

Behind us, Yvonne and Tang exchanged knowing glances but wisely remained silent.

Our guide stopped and turned around, just in time to see Alpha Sebastian withdrawing his hand from the wall.

Her face flushed slightly as she gently admonished him,“Please don’t take the metal objects off the wall. They have magical powers.”

Alpha Sebastian’s expression was priceless.

I had been feeling awkward about our interaction, but this unexpected accusation immediately diverted my attention.

Yvonne and Tang struggled to contain their laughter.

Finally, the woman led us to a waiting room. “Please wait here. I’ll come for you when it’s time.

Don’t wander around.”

With that cryptic warning, she left us alone.

The room was clearly designed for waiting clients, with comfortable seating and small

refreshments laid out on a low table.

“Harp-” Yvonne began, but I quickly raised my hand to stop her.

I pulled a notepad from my purse, scribbled a message, and passed it to her along with my

pen:This place might be bugged. Let’s write instead of talking.

Yvonne read it, wrote OK underneath.

I wrote another message and motioned for everyone to gather around: Harper is definitely here.

Everyone nodded in understanding.

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