176 The Secret Room

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"Ha ha ha ha ha!" Nedge laughed hard that his voice echoed through the whole silent room. He laughed at the top of his lungs and lifted his chin up towards the ceiling while holding his stomach and his back leaning on the couch. It took him a few minutes before he completely recovered from his laughter.

Bewildered by his sudden laughter, Zeid raised his eyebrows.

"What's so funny? Do you think I'm joking?" he scoffed.

"Haaaahhh … insane, huh?" Nedge ignored him, talking to himself as he stared at the ceiling. "Yes, that's what I need - 'insane people' - people willing to do what it takes no matter the cost".

"What are you mumbling about? Care to share?" Zeid pestered on.