Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Elysia's voice broke with emotion, "But what if we can't find that person?"

Tarquin had already thought of a backup plan.

"If we really can't find them, then we'll just have to let go of managing Hawkins Navigation. But I'll still support them from the shadows, keep them safe from harm. I'll make sure they're well-off as a way to repay their kindness towards you."

As he spoke, Tarquin gently wiped away Elysia's tears.

"If you want to go back to Oceanopolis and reconnect with them, I'll be with you every step of the way. And if you dread the backstabbing politics of the elite and don't want to face the Hawkins family, then we won't go back.

Whatever you decide, I'm here for you, to support you. I'll always be by your side.

And don't feel burdened. We can find other ways to repay their kindness."

Tarquin didn't want her to compromise her happiness out of a sense of obligation.

If times got tough, they would just help from the shadows.

He had thought everything through for her, allowing her to follow her heart.

With tears still in her eyes, Elysia threw herself into his arms, "Honey..."

embraced her,

good

a child, gently patting her

If I'm not good to you, who else would I be good to? Whether we go back or not is up to you. Just

stepped back, her gaze

you want to go back, then we'll go back. We'll

we leave,

moment to arrange everything. I'll let

The sooner,

"Got it."

close, kissing her forehead and then the top of her

sun had completely set that he took Elysia's hand and led her

...

turned to dusk, Evan

towering oak, crossed his arms,

getting late, I'm heading home. I'm done playing cat and mouse. Let me be clear, you can't kidnap me, so drop the idea. And don't bother

dare you! Even your master wouldn't dare

"Do you have

"Where is your master?"

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