Chapter 438 The Edge of Patience

“Landon…” Tessa murmured his name, moved.

How could he make her heart feel so soft?

Because of him, she was no longer the reckless version of herself. She wanted to stay alive–not just for survival, but to remain by his side for as long as she could.

That’s why, when problems arose, she faced them with clarity, no longer driven by impulsive emotion.

“It’s late. Let’s get some rest.”

Landon scooped her into his arms and laid her gently on the bed, tucking the blanket around her before lying down beside her. “Don’t worry. No matter what happens, I’ll always be by your side.”

That was his promise–and he meant to keep it.

“Mm.” Tessa nestled against his arm, finding the most comfortable spot and closing her eyes.

The scent of pine on his skin calmed her, slowly washing away the unease that lingered.

Even Emma curled up peacefully in her mind, letting out a quiet yawn.

watched her fall into a steady sleep, Landon closed

for passionate words or touch. The mingling of lily–of–the–valley and pine,

next morning, Tessa woke to find it was already

beside her was empty–Landon had clearly gotten up early to handle

villa’s butler stopped her, “Ms. Tessa, are you

friend. It’s at

to accompany you. After what happened last night, Mr. Landon would never feel at ease letting you go out alone,” the

slightly. “That’s unnecessary. The attack last night was aimed at Landon. I don’t have any enemies

butler hadn’t expected her

me. If anything happens to you, how could I ever

could she get mad at someone like

Ms. Tessa, have some mercy on me. This is the only job I have. If I lose it, how will I live? You see how old I

438 The Edge of

at a

her aggressively, she’d have no problem pushing

plea? She was powerless. She could only

you have to make sure they stay outside the café and don’t interfere

butler knew better than to

Ms. Tessa. Don’t worry–I’ll make sure

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