The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Thalassa locked eyes with Lysander, his deep gaze holding a world of unspoken words. In that moment, she realized what he was hinting at-he was testing if his injury truly mattered to her.

Had her reaction led him to misunderstand?

Lydia, who had been rummaging through a first aid kit for some needles, froze upon hearing Lysander's words, sensing an impending storm between Thalassa and Lysander. Panic fluttered in her heart. Turning around, she hurriedly said, "Mr. Sinclair, actually..."

"Disappointed? Never." Before Lydia could finish, Thalassa caught on, responding to Lysander with seriousness and candor.

When Lysander had voiced his concern, Thalassa was initially taken aback, not expecting such a direct question.

But as she grasped the true meaning behind his words, her heart sank.

Under Lysander's intense gaze, she found her answer.

them faded away,

truth, "No matter what, I'll stand by you. You'll always be the most important person to me. My

uncertain prognosis, stemmed not from disdain but from deep concern for Lysander. To truly care

off-guard by Thalassa's heartfelt declaration, stood with her mouth agape, her eyes darting

felt like a third wheel, an intruder

place she was,

feeling increasingly full

the kitchen, acknowledging his role as an unwanted presence. But while he

to covering her eyes, pretending to be oblivious to the world around her. Unbeknownst to her, Thalassa and Lysander were

Lysander's icy demeanor softened, his voice low and warm, "Come