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The Duke addressed Merrick last. "You are with me and Kellem, Merrick. I will need an extra set of ears and eyes while we examine the building plans. I have another idea."
Merrick, Kellem and the Duke made their way through the kitchens and into the servants' quarters. All the servants remained silent and watched as he was paraded past them.
"Where are the building plans?" Sterling asked.
Merricks keys clattered as he had unlocked Kellem's cuffs and removed the chains binding him. He rubbed at his wrists, which were now raw and painful from the metal restraints.
"They are safe," he responded, not giving a hint as to where the documents were hidden. The Duke could sense Kellem was stalling for time and wanting to negotiate for his life.
"SCHWING!"
