Keira paused, her eyes brimming with tears.
She looked at Old Mr. Sims, astonished, struggling to find words that could convey the reverence she felt.
Here was an old man who had dedicated his entire life to his country.
Keira understood that despite Vincent and Holly's public humiliation and the way they'd been labeled as spies, they would harbor no resentment toward the old man once they knew the truth.
Holly would see her grandfather as someone who had never let her down.
Keira believed that Holly was that kind of person.
She clenched her fists and gazed at the old man with a mixture of admiration and sorrow.
Old Mr. Sims said, "Keira, is it? Holly often talks about you, saying you're her best friend. But you must promise me not to help her. I'm in trouble now, and if my son and granddaughter were to receive protection, it would raise suspicion in Country M. This would make it even harder for Barry Brandt to return home. We must avoid any complications."
