Chapter 438 The Edge of Patience

"Landon..." Tessa murmured his name, moved.

How could he make her heart feel so soft?

Because of him, she was no longer the reckless version of herself. She wanted to stay alive-not just for survival, but to remain by his side for as long as she could.

That's why, when problems arose, she faced them with clarity, no longer driven by impulsive emotion.

"It's late. Let's get some rest."

Landon scooped her into his arms and laid her gently on the bed, tucking the blanket around her before lying down beside her. "Don't worry. No matter what happens, I'll always be by your side."

That was his promise-and he meant to keep it.

"Mm." Tessa nestled against his arm, finding the most comfortable spot and closing her eyes.

The scent of pine on his skin calmed her, slowly washing away the unease that lingered.

Even Emma curled up peacefully in her mind, letting out a quiet yawn.

steady sleep, Landon closed his eyes too,

lily-of-the- valley and pine, the resonance of bonded

morning, Tessa woke to find it was

empty-Landon had clearly gotten up early

villa's butler stopped her, "Ms. Tessa, are

to meet a friend. It's

what happened last night, Mr. Landon would never feel at ease letting you go out

Landon. I don't have any enemies here. Having two people

hadn't expected her to be so

If anything

mad at

on me. This is

will I live? You see how old I

438 The Edge

at

aggressively, she'd

guilt-tripping plea? She was powerless.

to make sure they stay

relent, the butler knew better than to

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