The Mafia Heiress's Comeback: She's More Than You Think novel Chapter 178

Chapter 178 Meeting Sawyer Again At The…

“Sir, the Kalman Jungle is volatile–rife with gunmen and insurgents. Venturing there solo is practically a death wish.” Zane attempted to hold Sawyer back. That territory wasn’t theirs to tread.

“My decision stands. Prepare my things. Afterward, head home.” Sawyer understood the peril that came with the Kalman Jungle. That was precisely why he couldn’t let Maren go there alone. He had to go after her.

“Alright.” Zane recognized that arguing was pointless. Whatever he said wouldn’t change a thing, so he

complied silently.

Thirty minutes passed before all arrangements were finalized.

Zane handed Sawyer a travel case, packed with everything essential for jungle survival–provisions, firearms,

and other tactical necessities.

Then, as instructed, Zane departed.

Sawyer remained behind, waiting.

At 2:30 in the morning, a striking silhouette materialized by the departure hall.

Maren arrived, suitcase rolling behind her. “Barely made it.“.

Isla had begged her not to go. It had taken a lot of reassurance before Maren could calm her. Maren hadn’t

dared to leave until Stormclaw arrived to take care of Isla.

She’d also delegated the company affairs and the acquisition of the Thorpe family’s business to Simon.

Once all loose ends were tied, she had made her way to the airport.

The moment she entered, her eyes landed on someone unmistakable.

“Sawyer? Why are you here?” she asked, startled.

Sporting dark lenses and trying to look nonchalant, Sawyer gave a lazy shrug. “Felt like getting away. Thought

I’d check out Echucan.”

He mentioned the location casually/hoping she wouldn’t suspect the real reason.

“A getaway to Echucan?” Maren lifted a brow, skeptical. Sawyer wasn’t exactly the spontaneous traveler type. And the timing? Too precise. Too suspicious.

“Let me guess you’re planning a cozy getaway in the jungle? Going full wilderness mode?” she asked.

“Wow. Psychic much?” Sawyer looked genuinely caught off balance.

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Chapter 178 Meeting Sawyer Again At The Airport

Maren narrowed her eyes. “And if I had to guess again, I’d say you’re headed to the Kalman Jungle?”

Sawyer froze. The awkward look on his face said it all. He hadn’t expected Maren to see through him so quickly.

Maren didn’t need more proof. “Alright, enough games. Why are you tailing me?”

“I’m not. Just passing through,” Sawyer insisted, sticking to the lie.

“So it was you who helped take down the Thanatos members? And Brooks–was that you, too? Just how many times have you been shadowing me?” Seeing him again made the puzzle pieces click, It all made sense now.

“Oh look, boarding’s started.” Sawyer quickly pivoted, marching off towards the gate.

Behind him, Maren let out a sigh and massaged her temple.

She hadn’t meant to corner him. Deep down, she already knew he’d been protecting her from the shadows.

She had seen everything he did. She just didn’t know why.

“Let’s go! We’re up,” Sawyer called, checking his watch. Almost 3 a.m.

Shaking off her thoughts, Maren followed.

Other travelers filtered in behind them. Boarding went smoothly, and soon they were airborne.

Maren sank into her seat, only to find Sawyer right beside her. Of course, that wasn’t an accident.

He’d booked the seat without telling anyone. Not even Zane had been in on it.

“We’ve got a long haul ahead, plus a stopover. Try to catch some sleep. I’ll keep watch.” Sawyer knew she’d just come out of a grueling fight and hadn’t had a minute of rest since. Now she was plunging straight into another mission. His heart ached for her.

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“I’m okay. I’m not sleepy,” she replied, though her own voice sounded unsure. Years of training had