Axel furrowed his brows, pacing forward with a determined stride.

In a vacant room on the same floor, Tarquin was deep in conversation with Folly about a kidnapping case and the relocation of some artifacts.

Upon spotting Axel, Tarquin introduced him, saying, "Folly, meet Axel. He's like a brother to me, grew up together. He was the first one to dash into that abandoned building to save the day."

Folly pushed up his glasses and stood up from his chair, gratitude shining in his eyes, "Thank you, truly, you saved our Blossom. You've done the Blythe family a huge favor, we owe you big time! Anything you need, just say the word, and the Blythe family will be there for you, no holds barred!" Axel, not much of a talker, struggled to find words and eventually managed just one, "Uh-huh."

Tarquin couldn't help but smile at his friend's brevity but understood him well. He knew if it were anyone other than Blossom's father, Axel might not have uttered even that.

Explaining on his behalf, Tarquin said, "Axel's not much for words, but he means well."

Folly nodded in understanding, "It's fine for a young man to be reserved. I like that."

Turning to Axel, Tarquin shared the plan, "We nabbed quite a few people today, but the mastermind behind the kidnapping is still at large. To prevent any more trouble and to ensure the safety of the artifacts, Folly is planning to transport them to King City ASAP. We need you to accompany Folly on this trip."

Axel gave a cool nod, succinctly replying, "Sure."

After the group had made their plans, Folly Blythe went back to the crypt to pack up the artifacts.

since the artifacts were to be shipped by

a meaningful look, Tarquin teased Axel, "Who knows, Folly might end up being your father-in-law. Try to make a good impression, man. One word responses might not cut

his brows

hospital room, Tarquin hinted, "Doctor says he won't be up and about anytime soon.

time, “I told you, I'm not into

are. Trust me, I know these things," Tarquin

expression, "I'm not into dating,

strode off, leaving Tarquin sighing

was going to be a tough

at the hospital till

night with Blossom. After Hollis arrived, she took the

the hospital wing, she spotted the woman

Despite the heat, she was dressed in long sleeves and pants,

wrapped up

belongs to

seemed to be sleeping in her arms, and she occasionally lifted a

and her group, the woman quickly stood up, her eyes wide

had been waiting for them and walked over to

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