"I... I haven't decided yet," Selena said hesitantly.

Aveline replied, "Take your time. There's no rush. You're in Larbor City now, and so is she. When you're ready, you can always go see her."

"Mm." Selena gave a soft hum of acknowledgment and ended the call.

When she looked up, she met Aaron's gaze. He was staring at her intently.

Selena's breath caught slightly. "What's wrong?"

Aaron reached out and gently brushed her cheek with his fingertips. "If something's troubling you, you can always tell me."

Without a word, Selena leaned into his chest, seeking comfort in his silent presence. Aaron wrapped his arms around her, holding her close without pressing for answers.

He had long since resolved to be with her and had quietly investigated her background. He knew her family life had been far from happy, though she had never spoken of it. He hadn't brought it up either, respecting her silence.

His earlier question had simply been a gentle nudge, hoping she might open up and feel better by sharing. But if she wasn't ready, that was fine.

He could wait. Even a lifetime, if necessary.

...

Cooper

only to stop in her tracks at the

she exclaimed, startled. Walking over to him, she asked, "When did you

steady as he asked, "Who did you

"It's Jolie. She was beaten badly, covered in wounds, and passed out from

spoke, she studied Gavin's expression

did it?" Gavin

her head. "I don't

she hesitated before asking, "Brother, what's going on between you and

didn't ask outright, but her

responded flatly, "She's my

nearly

god! It

actually admitted it, and from the look on his face, he

waiting for her reaction, he turned and strode off, his steps purposeful and

Don't be impulsive! You need to figure out what's really going on first!" Aveline called after him,

Gavin didn't respond or even glance back. He was already in his car, driving off at

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