Lock You In My Heart

Gabrielle saw six black military jeeps parked outside the yard. It was incredibly safe because the glass was bulletproof.

She didn’t want to think about how dangerous their trip would be at first. But now, she was anxious about it.

“Lance, are we really going to be okay?” Gabrielle asked in a concerned tone.

If she were to die here, her biggest regret would be not being able to say goodbye to Westley.

She shouldn’t have acted so rashly.

“Trust me, we’re going to be okay. If you’re having second thoughts, I can send you back right away. You’re safer with Westley than with me.” Lance could see that she was feeling troubled.

If only he knew he would be targeted as soon as he arrived in the country, he wouldn’t have taken Gabrielle to Thailand.

If anything happened to her, he wouldn’t be able to live with it for the rest of his life.

”No, Lance. I’ve come all this way. There’s no turning back now. Not until I see Bryce. If I die…”

“Nonsense!’ Gabrielle, you’re not going to die. Get inside!” Lance yanked the door open.

It was ominous to say something like that.

They were just starting and Lance was at a loss for words by what Gabrielle said.

Gabrielle sat down in the back as Lance got in beside her.

“Lance, forgive me for saying this, but I’m serious. If something really happens to me, please tell Westley that I’m sorry.” She gave him a stern look.

Guilt washed over her as she hadn’t told Westley about any of this. She had to leave an important message.

“You should tell him yourself. I don’t want to see him at all,” Lance uttered coldly and asked the driver to go.

Seeing that both the driver and bodyguard in the passenger seat were soldiers, she felt relieved.

”You guys really don’t get along. I’ll tell him myself then,” Gabrielle said.

Because of the bad blood between them, she decided it would be best if they didn’t meet.

“We’ve still got a long way to go. Get some sleep. I’ll wake you up when we get there,” Lance suggested.

She wouldn’t be able to overthink it if she slept.

If she slept, she wouldn’t ask too many questions. It would also give Lance some time to think calmly.

”It’s fine, I’m not that tired. I was just worried, that’s all. Besides, I can’t sleep now. What about you? Aren’t you nervous? I guess I was making you anxious with all my questions.” Gabrielle was just too anxious to fall asleep.

Lance looked at her, speechless. Sometimes he thought she was too observant, making it hard for him to coax her.

want you to trust me. I won’t put you in any danger. We’ll reach the forest safely.” In truth, Lance had been on edge since he

had plenty of reason

believe you, Lance. We’ll get through it.” Gabrielle didn’t say anything else and

back and explain everything.

Westley as if he were beside

Gabrielle. You’ll just exhaust yourself.” Lance

before turning her head to see if they were being

jeeps behind them. She was in the third car from

think they’ll catch

at all. Gabrielle must’ve been thinking

only know I’m in the country. They have no idea where I am for the time being, but they’ll find out sooner or later. That’s why we had to leave tonight.

so, Gabrielle didn’t hesitate any longer and covered herself with a blanket, then

if it was a challenge, Gabrielle hoped she could fall asleep faster and free herself from

didn’t know how much

on? I heard a

down, Gabrielle. We’ve been found by a few people but we’ve taken care of them. The forest isn’t far off now. As long as we hurry up, we’ll

“Oh… Ah…!”

side when the car sped up. Lance immediately grabbed

than before. We have to get to the forest before some other group shows up, or else…!” Lance was

out this way. It pissed

You have all these skillful men. Besides, you taught me how to use a gun.” Gabrielle simply didn’t realize how bad the

than ten, who knows how many are about to come. I’ve told ten of my people to guard us. We need to get to the forest as soon as we can.” Lance had never put

saw the shoe-sized gift

Westley up and followed Lance to Thailand. If she would accept his present, she’d feel even more guilty for disobeying her

“Lance, I…”

you’re alone and see for yourself. I think this is going to be useful for you.” Lance was

him a hesitant look, even as she took the box

I didn’t prepare a gift for

I think this is the best Christmas gift I can get.” Lance smiled. “And

up, eyes

to see Bryce after dinner?” ‘Hadn’t he decided to meet him tomorrow? Why

knew Lance was a perfectionist when it came to meetings and schedules. He wouldn’t move fixed dates just for something minor. There had to be a big

we can go meet him today. So, eat up because we’ll be on the

she met Bryce, the sooner

was all in

A three or four-hour drive isn’t

fast as she could. After that, she’d

she was looking forward

keep the food waiting.” Lance placed different kinds of

her reunion with Bryce, she

dinner, Lance handed

are clothes and shoes in here. Go get dressed, and don’t forget to unwrap my gift.” Lance looked