Chapter 1299

Chapter 1299:

“Lee, you are the most important person in my life, and that fact will hold true even beyond death.” Rhys held Harlee close, comforting her with gentle pats on her back. He was determined to restore her health and happiness. Listening silently, Harlee absorbed his warmth as she rested against his shoulder. Strangely, Rhys’ faint tobacco scent always brought her peace.

“Lee,” Rhys whispered.

“Yes?” Harlee responded, her voice muffled.

“Honey,” Rhys whispered, his voice thick with emotion.

“Yes?” Slowly sitting up, Harlee faced him with a puzzled expression. “What is it?”

“Just felt like calling out to you,” he responded.

searched his eyes. They sparkled with mirth and then

do you?” Rhys playfully tapped her forehead before sweeping her off her feet and into the bed. “Our people will be occupied

enough,” Harlee

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really exhausted,” he murmured. “Sleeping in unfamiliar places is hard for me. I need you

resist his gentle persuasion and tender manner. His gaze lingered on her, and after a moment, she relented, curling up in his arms and shutting her eyes. With a gentle pat on her back and a smile,

slept until two in the afternoon. Luckily, Patrick had prepared lunch for

and Rhys ventured outside together, hand in hand. Initially, Harlee had planned to stroll to aid digestion before getting back to work. But as they stepped outside, she saw the

and Robbie were engrossed in a laughter-filled conversation. Beside them sat Goodwin, looking ill, his complexion pale against the sunlight. Dario and other islanders

the crowd quietly,

gaze away, trying to appear casual as she made her way toward the

few resting in the tents, all islanders are present. As for our people, except for those on guard duty, everyone is

a slight nod, Harlee turned to Dario and

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