"The scripture?" Dustin was surprised.

Then, he burst out laughing. "That's what you were after this entire time, wasn't it?"

He thought Nikki had finally come around and was trying to advise him for fear of his safety. It turned out that she was just putting on a show. Her goal was the Jade Maiden Scripture.

"Dustin, the scripture is very important to me. Please return it."

Nikki's expression was awkward, but there was a determined look in her eyes.

"I've already given it to you. Why