Love’s Cunning Ruse

Chapter 282

Chapter 282

In the helicopter, Julie nestled into Kieran’s embrace, keeping quiet the whole time.

Instead of probing for details about what had happened, Kieran was more concerned about her physical state. Julie, finally regaining her composure, shook her head, “I’m okay.”

The helicopter whirred back to Whispering Pines, landing on the grounds of Noblewood Retreat.

Julien was the first one to meet them, her concern evident as she asked, “Are you hurt?”

Julie shook her head, wrapping Julien in a tight embrace. Although surprised by this sudden intimacy, Julien did not push her away.

Unsure of what to say, Julien decided to break the good news, “Fred’s daughter has been saved. Hayden has assigned people to protect her round the clock. Fred has agreed to treat Sansa.”

Joy brimmed in Julie’s eyes as she released Julien from her grip, “Really?”

Seemingly revived by the news, Julien nodded, “Mmhm.”

Amanda, the matriarch of the family, had already heard about Julie’s disappearance over the phone and had been worried sick.

Julie, noticing Amanda’s concern, sweetly called out, “Grandma.”

“You should have had Bolt with you. You always manage to stir up trouble when you’re on your own.” Amanda tried to sound nonchalant, but her concern was evident as she rushed out to greet Julie.

“I made you worry.” Julie lowered her gaze, her innocent demeanor making one’s heart ache.

Amanda dismissed her with a wave, “The cavalry wasn’t called for you.”

Amanda’s aloofness was typical, but everyone knew she cared.

“Are you here to greet Joyce?” Kieran asked Amanda.

Amanda waved at Basil, “Where’s the car I asked for? I need some fresh air.”

Basil was left dumbfounded; when had she asked for a car? He followed the matriarch out, leaving the rest in the room.

Payne looked at Julie, “Sis, if you hadn’t shown up, my brother would have turned the world upside down looking for you.”

you a ride home.” Julien turned to

at himself, a mix of surprise and suspicion on

you don’t want to, then never mind.” Julien turned away, her aloofness back in full force.

what was happening, quickly

settled beside Kieran on the couch. He held a tube of ointment and

his lap. Her pale ankle bore the marks of scratches. As he carefully applied the ointment, he asked, “Are there any

for injuries, she had insisted on doing it

to buy flowers.” He replied, keeping his focus on her

pursed her lips, whispering,

“Mmm.”

died today…” She pulled back her foot and moved closer

arms, realizing she was ready to talk about what happened. He gently held her, asking,

her thoughts. When Kieran asked, she told him what happened

He didn’t tell me his full name, and I didn’t tell him mine. In the end, he left me his

it to call for help. But there was no signal on the island, so all I

single photo or phone number saved. The call history was also clear, making it seem like a brand new

put the phone

him, quietly

interrupted her words, a fervor that started as intense and deep before softening into tenderness. His embrace was tight at first, before

“From now on, don’t go looking for me recklessly.

at him, taken aback by the warmth

down onto the couch. She lay on top of him, looking down at him as she said, “I don’t want flowers, or surprises. I just want you. To fall asleep with you, to wake up to you.

over his in a slow, bone-melting kiss as though she desired to

her passion, his hands gently holding her waist, until she finally pulled away. His thumb gently

she had had a long, frightful day, he tried to comfort her, but she had other plans.

body, finally resting on his throat.

felt a tightening in his throat as he rolled over,

Payne was quiet in front of her. After

up?” she asked, out of the

wonder her detour had been so

forced smile, he asked,

Julien

bit his tongue,

she retorted, her

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