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.

of death. He thought there was nothing left in this world to fear until Debra came into his

maid, sensing the intimate moment, quietly slipped out and closed

her head against Marion's chest, whispering, "How long are you planning to hold

long enough," Marion murmured. "A

Debra playfully punched his chest and pulled away just enough to see his

from the look of him, Marion must have been just as tormented, spending all his energy trying to get her

over his stubbled chin. "Who

hand. "There are are rumors I have

swnove!

with this look, I'm just about

glared playfully at him. "Nonsense. Sit down. I'll shave

himself, placing his head in her lap as she

Aren't you worried I might give you the closest

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