Chapter 819

Debra spun around, startled, only to be pulled into a strong embrace. At first, she struggled, but then the familiar scent of tobacco enveloped her. It was unmistakably Marion.

Even though he had quit smoking, he still carried that scent.

"Marion..." her voice broke, and her eyes brimmed with tears.

For the past week, she had faced Drake alone, fought for her life in Orkgate, and dealt with danger all by herself. Yet, she hadn't felt any sense of grievance until now, being held in Marion's arms. She had been haunted by fear of not being able to see him again.

"I'm here," Marion's voice was hoarse.

He tried to keep his emotions under control, but seeing Debra standing there in front of him, safe and sound, he couldn't help but tremble. He had almost lost her this time.

The moment he heard she had been kidnapped during the engagement party, his fear had been overwhelming.

grown used to the constant threat of death. He thought there was nothing left

moment, quietly slipped out and closed

her head against Marion's chest, whispering, "How long

murmured. "A lifetime

and pulled away

of him, Marion must have been just as tormented, spending all his energy trying

you. You're a mess." She reached up, brushing her fingers- over his stubbled

grinned, taking her hand. "There

swnove!

six arms. But now, with this look, I'm just about

glared playfully at him. "Nonsense. Sit down.

He obediently settled himself, placing his head in

worried I might give you the closest shave of your life? Marion smiled, his eyes soft. "I'm

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