Chapter 513

“Are you not going to leave? Fine, then I will!” Maeve swung open the door, poised to step out.

In an instant, Zion moved forward and pulled Maeve into a tight embrace. She frowned at the strength in Zion’s grip. It was as if he feared she might actually bolt away.

Marve struggled briefly before relenting. “Is there something you can’t tell me?”

“I’m sorry” Zion’s voice was low, gravelly, and heavy with remorse.

Maeve spoke calmly. “I seek a simple He, but by choosing you, I accept the risks ahead. But it’s on the condition that you’re completely open with me. You should know, I’m not one to hide under someone else’s protection.”

“I know. I’ve always known,” Zion murmured. He lowered his gaze and continued softly, “I’ll tell you everything that you wanted to know without holding back.”

Zion gently cradled Marve’s face and planted a delicate kiss on her forehead.

“Mary, nothing in this world means more to me than you. No one is as precious,” he said earnestly. “But there’s something I must do ”

mentioned your investigation into your parents‘ case,” Maeve said.

“It’s not

frown, Maeve asked, “What

parents,” Zion

While suppressing her unease, she asked, “Who was responsible for their… deaths?”

briefly before looking away. “What did

didn’t know, but I don’t buy it. The

conceded. “He just wanted me to tell you this myself.”

who

the manipulator,” Maeve remarked dryly. “It seems like your

Lowe

patted Maeve’s head gently. “Wait for me in the living room. I’ll tell you after I finish cooking the pasta.”

few more minutes won’t kill

the living room while resting her chin on her hand. “I want a poached egg,”

“Sure thing.”

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