Charles and the ladies slipped out of the hall with surprising ease, prompting Charles to question if the villains were just too cowardly or if he'd seen one too many action flicks. This was supposed to be the moment for a grand showdown, where after a thrilling battle, the bad guys would fall. Yet, aside from the missing villainous clash, what really nagged at Charles was the baffling turn of events between Sofia and Katherine—from fierce rivals to sudden allies. There must be a shared secret between them, and it should be related to the time when he was possessed by the lustful spirit. He watched as they approached the parking lot, their hands still clasped together. The driver, who had been waiting patiently, nodded at Charles as he opened the car door. Sofia and Katherine slid into

