Celestial Queen: Revenge Is Sweet When You’re A Zillionaire Heiress

Chapter 554

Chapter 554: With his eyes closed and his voice a raspy whisper, Rhys apologized to her.

Im sorry.

I didnt keep my promise to you… Harlee gazed at Rhys, noticing his pallid complexion and the apologetic look in his eyes.

She swallowed hard, her voice catching as she said, You promised you wouldnt get hurt.

Ever since Rhys incident, sleep had eluded Harlee, haunted by the image of him being shot, an image too harrowing to shake off.

Tears welled up in Harlees eyes unexpectedly.

She had tried not to let anger or sadness overwhelm her, but the sound of Rhys voice shattered her resolve.

A tumult of emotionsgrievance, fear, and worryflooded through her, making it impossible for her to maintain her usual composure.

She found herself caring for Rhys with the same intensity she usually reserved for Tonya.

She realized Rhys had gradually captured her heart, though she mistook this profound attachment for mere suitability.

visibly pale, and his voice softened to a rasp

Harlee, can I hold you? Without a word, Harlee leaned in

gently caressed her back, setting

Words were unnecessary.

Their silence spoke volumes.

his touch, her lips

warmth of his

Rhys felt Harlees mood shift, a tear escaped

had thought he wouldnt mind being seriously injured again if it meant he got to know the depth of Harlees feelings for

Harlees eyes now

couldnt stand to cause

Rhys whispered, Harlee, what do you plan to do with Lindsay? Although Patrick and the others hadnt uncovered the mastermind behind the incident, Lindsays involvement

into it from the

clarity, she asked, What do you think? Rhys took a few deep sips, soothing his dry throat, and smiled

wont get

sure she ends up behind

finished, a radiant smile bloomed

immediately that

my help