Jasper squeezed Alyssa’s hand, his gaze holding a somber weight. “There’s something I need to discuss with you.”

In the room, Lauren clung tightly to Angelina, her warm tears soaking Angelina’s black suit.

“Look, Madam Lauren. I’m right here with you. I’m completely fine,” Angelina reassured her, returning the embrace. Though her voice was steady, tears welled in her eyes. “Those people only wanted to scare you. You’re alright now.

It’s all over…

“Such a thing won’t happen again. Nothing but happiness awaits you and Mr.

Landon.”

I. do we even have a future?” Lauren’s

clenched at that question. She promptly answered, “Don’t think like that, Madam Lauren. What happened wasn’t as big a deal as

Alyssa will handle everything. Things

stupid. I know why this happened. It’s

want us together.” Lauren’s lashes fluttered

was a

were merely trying to scare you—only hurting your left leg and kidnapping you. But next time, they might take your life. The Harpers won’t

panicked, shaking her head frantically. Tears welled up in her reddened eyes. “You’re Mr. Landon’s reason for living! He wouldn’t survive without

position would mean nothing

“He’ll have to use all his energy to take

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