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"What can I find out about Arthur, Shannon? Just like with Jill. I can't trust anything of his answers. One thing is for sure, I need no more from Arthur now that everything is put back in its proper place and seeing him punished makes me so content."

Shannon nodded in understanding, then lovingly straightened Aland's tie.

"If that makes you happy, I'll be happy too. At least we'll still be together, heading to our future world."

Aland glanced at the clock on his wrist and immediately kissed Shannon lightly on the cheek.

"It's time, Shannon. Go lead the meeting and amaze them again with that brilliant woman of yours." Aland's hands clenched into fists, encouraging his wife with a smile.

Shannon laughed even harder. She covered her mouth with her right forefinger before nodding and leaving. "Goodbye, Aland. Drive carefully and lemme know if you find out anything."

Aland held both thumbs up to his chest and left Shannon's room at Reynolds Industries for the par