Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

Flora gently bandaged Nina's wound and stood up, saying, "The poison in her system is pretty complex. I can't detoxify her right now; I can only ease the symptoms for the time being. If I'm right, as Nina grows older, the poison will make her sleep longer and longer until she never wakes up again."

Elio remained silent, which was as good as agreeing.

The lab planned to use this poison to control Nina and, through her, the entire Washington family. They'd only hand over the antidote if the family stayed in line.

He closed his eyes, pushing the dark thoughts away, then bent down to pick up Nina. He gave Flora a thorough once-over.

The young girl had clear, bright eyes-a good sign.

His gaze shifted from Flora to Connor, with a meaningful look. "I heard from the others that you had a fiancée, and I didn't believe it. Turns out it's true."

And to think, he'd spoiled her so much.

He's truly fallen for her.

But...

"But, Connor,

need to

Previously, Brianna had warned her not to get too close to Connor, saying his mother would never accept her. She'd also mentioned Connor's

and naturally didn't pay attention to his affairs. So

stance, Elio wisely chose not to speak further and left with Nina

threw

"It's ready."

arms, Connor's anger eased significantly. The past was behind him. Now, he had Flora, and he was very, very

...

the dishes were laid on the

Colton, knowing Flora's connection with Crimson and the others, didn't stop them and just informed Flora. After she gave the go-ahead, they eagerly let them through, completely ignoring Connor. Connor narrowed his eyes, thinking Lance had gotten a bit too cheeky. He was entirely overlooked, and no one

later, Crimson arrived with nine people, a

People like Rafael, Louie, and Howell-he'd seen them several times and could call