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

Chapter 1518

"Alright, Fiona, no need to worry," Jackson said with a rare, gentle smile, his eyes soft with affection he didn't even realize he had. "Catch a bit more sleep."

They'd gotten back late the previous night, and Fiona loved her beauty sleep, so she definitely hadn't caught enough Z's.

"You're the best, Jackson!" Fiona chimed, snuggling into his shoulder, drifting back off into a deep slumber.

There was something about Jackson's presence-his calming aura and soothing scent-that made Fiona feel like she could sleep even more soundly.

A faint smile played on his lips.

Watching Fiona through the rearview mirror, Jackson noticed her smiling in her sleep, like she was lost in the sweetest of dreams.

"Take it easy on the road," Jackson gently reminded the driver.

traffic light where

on the

reached out to steady Fiona. He cradled her to keep her in the most comfortable position

as chilly as his glare towards the driver. "Didn't I tell

truck ran the red light," the driver explained, trying

explanations. With a cold glance, he instructed,

"Yes, sir."

the words left the driver's lips when a car from behind, unable to stop in time, slammed into them, pushing their vehicle

the back of the truck, breaking open the tailgate. Tons of sand cascaded down, quickly burying the hood until

and Fiona forward. Jackson held Fiona tightly, so she only got a few scrapes, but Jackson wasn't so lucky-his forehead, face, and joints

sharp breath, wincing from the

away from his hold, her voice laced with worry. "Jackson, you're

leaned against the roadside. Fiona frowned, carefully checking over Jackson's injuries. "I'm alright, Fiona. No need