Chapter 0970

Alden had to leave unexpectedly to take care of some business, but when he returned, he struck up a conversation with Adam. Since Alden spoke the same language as him and they were only a year apart, their chats flowed naturally.

Theodore took this time to do something he never would have expected of himself–he went looking for Fiona. He found her sitting quietly on a bench, admiring the scenery. It was a common sight; she was timid and rarely

wandered around unfar places.

As he approached, Peter’s words echoed in his head.

“You’re a complete idiot! I knew it… How the hell are you married to such a beautiful woman? And not just that- she’s pure sugar, and you, my dear Theodore, are a grumpy old fool.”

“Fiona… Can we talk?” Theodore asked, stepping closer.

“Yes, my lord… I mean, Theodore…” she corrected herself, lowering her gaze.

That habit of hers both frustrated and unsettled him. But he tried to be understanding–he knew it was deeply ingrained in her, and it wouldn’t be easy to change overnight.

“Where are we going, Th… Theodore?” she asked as he took her hand and led her to his car. “But Adam… Adam is with Alden-”

We need

just stared at him with those large, beautiful eyes,

she said softly.

silence, the only sound being the hum of the car. Every now and then, Theodore glanced at her. She looked like a child–her gaze fixed on the streets, the landscapes, the

and stepped out. Without hesitation, he

came to think. Whenever he needed to clear his mind or make a tough decision, he came here–one of the highest and most open

smoke a cigar, and drown himself in his thoughts. And after some time,

received military training, just like Matthew. But unlike his old friend, he had never pictured himself as a father–let alone dealing with a

he had been with Peter, he knew he hadn’t handled things

want to talk,” he said, softening his tone.

lord… I mean, Theodore,” she

it offends me, but because I’m not used to being seen that way. I need to be honest with you–I never imagined

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ago. I know what happened between s wasn’t right. I took advantage of you–of your vulnerability You were alone and defenseless,

battled his guilt and regret.

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