After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back by Riverflow

Chapter 1102

"I... I haven't decided yet," Selena said hesitantly.

Aveline replied, "Take your time. There's no rush. You're in Larbor City now, and so is she. When you're ready, you can always go see her."

"Mm." Selena gave a soft hum of acknowledgment and ended the call.

When she looked up, she met Aaron's gaze. He was staring at her intently.

Selena's breath caught slightly. "What's wrong?"

Aaron reached out and gently brushed her cheek with his fingertips. "If something's troubling you, you can always tell me."

Without a word, Selena leaned into his chest, seeking comfort in his silent presence. Aaron wrapped his arms around her, holding her close without pressing for answers.

He had long since resolved to be with her and had quietly investigated her background. He knew her family life had been far from happy, though she had never spoken of it. He hadn't brought it up either, respecting her silence.

His earlier question had simply been a gentle nudge, hoping she might open up and feel better by sharing. But if she wasn't ready, that was fine.

He could wait. Even a lifetime, if necessary.

...

At the Cooper family villa.

back to her room, only to stop in her tracks at the sight

Walking over to him, she asked, "When did you

voice was low and steady as he asked, "Who did you

a trace of confusion crossing her face. "It's Jolie. She was beaten badly, covered in wounds, and passed out from blood loss. She's

Gavin's expression

did it?"

shook her head. "I

asking, "Brother, what's going on between you

didn't ask outright, but her curiosity

flatly,

nearly dropped.

my god! It was

from the look on his face, he wasn't joking-he was dead

reaction, he turned and strode off, his steps purposeful and sharp, his entire demeanor

going on first!"

even glance back. He was already in his car, driving off

her phone rang. She looked down to see a video

as she

his voice full of mock exasperation. "Missed me yet? I finally got the base station set up, so I have

"That's not important right now. I have something way more

raised a skeptical