Lock You In My Heart

Just thinking about it made Gabrielle deeply uncomfortable. Her stomach churned. She was anxious, scared, and sad.

“Bain doesn’t trust me enough to tell me about it, so he sent me away and spoke with you alone. Isn’t that right, Lance?” Gabrielle raised her brow, but she was clenching her fists. She wasn’t as clueless as people thought.

Lance was surprised at how fast Gabrielle had caught on. He was rendered speechless for a while. What else could he say? She already figured it out even before he finished explaining.

“So you understand how important your answer is, Gabrielle. You have to be as honest as you can. Are you familiar with the people of the Campbell Family? Gabrielle, listen to me. I don’t want Bain to become suspicious of you. I know his temper. He can easily harm you whenever he wants, and nobody will bat an eye.” Lance was staring intently at Gabrielle and placed his hand on top of hers. He was desperate to make her understand how serious this situation was.

Bain was a loyal man, especially to people he trusted. But he was also ruthless and vengeful. He didn’t let things slide easily. If anyone offended him or crossed the line, he would take revenge. And he wouldn’t stop until he accomplished his goal.

Lance was well aware of that. And as someone who did not scare easily, he was frightened to his core right now.

He didn’t care so much about himself, but Gabrielle was another story. He couldn’t let Bain hurt or harm her—absolutely no way.

“Lance, I…” Gabrielle broke off, for she had no idea how to say it to him. She stood up, looking embarrassed and unsure.

“Gabrielle, tell me the truth now. Do you know someone from the Campbell Family? I’m not your enemy, remember?” Lance knew something was off, that Gabrielle was hiding something from him.

He had a vague idea of what Gabrielle was trying to tell him. But it was difficult for him to believe that Gabrielle, who grew up in Antawood and was raised to be dutiful and obedient, could have anything to do with the powerful Campbell Family in Italy.

He sighed and ran a finger across his forehead. With all that was happening, he shouldn’t be surprised about anything anymore, especially after she married Westley—one of the movers and shakers of Antawood.

‘Wait a minute. Westley?

Yes! That’s it!’ The eldest son of the Morris family, Wilson, was supposed to take over the Morris Group’s business. Everyone expected him to, but instead, he went abroad and never came back. Someone said that he had been living there ever since.

being the CEO of Morris Group, he chose to settle abroad. For a while, it was the only thing Antawood

the Campbell Family in Italy? It wasn’t far-fetched. That all made sense. The Campbell Family’s business was

family?” Lance wasted no time in asking Gabrielle. He needed to know the

she bit her lip to stop it from trembling. She

so good at guessing. He hit the bull’s-eye just

yes or no.” Gabrielle’s reaction didn’t escape his notice,

look on Gabrielle’s face was enough confirmation

hung her head low before slumping back

was correct, but hearing that one word from Gabrielle still shocked him. He held onto his seat to steady himself.

be facing one problem

I understand why people from the Campbell Family have gathered outside the forest. Westley most likely told his brother about it. He knows we’re stuck here.” Lance had to acknowledge that their circumstances just

his focus; people depended on him—including Gabrielle and Bryce. First things first, he couldn’t

between Gabrielle and the Campbell Family. Bain should never learn

pressure, but even the prospect of Bain finding out Gabrielle’s connection to

would definitely kill Gabrielle. Lance had reason to believe it. Bain would not

sure if he’s here.”

for you outside of this village? We have no idea what’s happening out there. All the signals are cut off, except the satellite phone. I can get access to it, but if I use it, Bain may get suspicious.” Lance crossed his legs and drummed his fingers on his knee. They had

expect the series of events that greeted them here. What was supposed to be a simple rescue turned into a life-threatening situation. He couldn’t help

wouldn’t even think of taking Gabrielle. The forest was hell for her, and it was him who sent

find a way to get us out of here.” Gabrielle was afraid too, but she tried

fully believed in Westley, and she trusted him. If he was out

all his resources to help them. He wouldn’t walk away without

the reason why Bryce is in a coma? How will you feel then?” Lance had to remind Gabrielle. It was a difficult question, but they had to get it