Chapter 994

Thaddeus and Elvis, once you land on the island, hold off on making any moves. Take a look around, see if Evadne is truly there, and keep us in the loop. We'll be joining you in stages to provide backup."

The president spoke with a calm, steady rationality that was beyond the reach of ordinary men.

Indeed, Thaddeus had already considered what Darcy had mentioned, which is why he intended to stealthily make his way to the island alone, to search for Evadne.

He feared that causing a commotion might alert Avery, and he dreaded the thought of that madman harming Evadne.

"Thaddeus, Elvis, get ready. We're heading out to sea."

Cassius, his throat tight with emotion, stepped forward for a hug, embracing his

brother and then him, "But promise us, you'll come back safe!"

*

For Evadne, the past five days were akin to an earthly hell.

Unable to eat or drink, she became a gaunt, hauntingly beautiful figure, lying weakly on her bed. Her shoulder blades trembled delicately, like the wings of a butterfly poised for flight.

She was pitiful yet also heartbreakingly beautiful.

She wished she could always be cherished, without ever worrying about leaving.

Throughout these days, Evadne was on edge, daring only to nap lightly, afraid to fall into a deep sleep. She feared Avery might touch her.

So far, he had only held her, kissed her. But who could guarantee that the deranged lunatic wouldn't suddenly decide to claim her?

early hours, under a dark and stormy sky, Avery injected himself with adrenaline in his study before dragging his weary body

dim corridor, Avery stiffened, fighting the taste of blood

"Do you need something?"

"Your wedding's off."

Avery's pallid face, "Someone sent word, your ROSE

me to take

had never thought he could keep Evadne on the island

spend

the others

frustration, he swallowed his

"The sooner, the better."

"Just... Evadne?"

think you're

grim smile playing on his lips, “Look at you now. Can you protect Ms. Evadne? You don't have much time left. Can

its beautiful scenery and pleasant climate, is suited for both

this the

to complain.

time for him

a typhoon at sea right now. You can't

mustering his energy, met Hans's gaze with a chilling look, "If you want to

wants, even at the cost of my life, I'll

at his watch, "By dawn, I'll take

"Enough..."

"What?"

wedding with her, the time, it was

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255