After more than six months apart, that was all he could manage.

He couldnt ask for more. He couldnt risk making the same mistake and hurting the woman he loved again.

Shed made it clear she wanted space. All he could do was honor her wishes and keep his distance.

As Albert took a few strides, the elevator doors slid shut behind him.

The sound was barely a whisper but it weighed heavy on him. He hesitated, wanting to steal a glance back at her, but the doors were already sealed shut.

The longing to see her again gnawed at him.

He lingered for a moment before finally stepping out.

Outside, the sun beamed down.

But he felt no warmth. Instead, a chill ran through him, leaving him feeling low even after he reached Heron.

he found himself on the balcony,

as she spoke, Sir, your daughter seems to have a

his brow, stubbing out the cigarette before gently feeling

It was burning up.

he questioned, What happened? Howd she catch a cold in this warm weather? The servant feared Albert might blame her, so she

Jeslyn in herself. We tried to stop her

trailed off

as he heard this. He figured Daisy got worked up

her daughter Jeslyn sick just to

anger etched on his face, she put on a coy smile. Youre back at last!

fingers, asking, Are you worried about the baby? S~ᴇaʀᴄh

child to the

slowly, delivering

Have you lost your mind? Shes your own flesh and blood.

support, taking a moment to gather herself. Finally, she looked up at him and retorted, Youre the one whos

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