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...

Connor, what about

need

but be curious about Connor's mother. Previously, Brianna had warned her not to get too close to Connor, saying his mother

didn't pay attention to his affairs. So now,

Elio wisely chose not to speak further and left with Nina in

mood, Flora stepped forward, threw her arms around him, and

"It's ready."

head, gently ruffling her hair. Feeling the softness of the girl in his arms, Connor's anger eased

...

dinner brought in. Just as the dishes were laid

and 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

with nine people, a pretty impressive

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