Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 38

Elliot pushed open the door and walked in, noticing Lydia was there. "Sir, here’s our detailed operation plan."

Garrett took the plan with a weary sigh. "Elliot, perfect timing. Tell Lydia to stop insisting on going to the border with you."

Elliot smiled softly. "Lydia, the border’s too dangerous this time. Stay with the army and listen to me."

"Lydia, I’m not just a medic. I’m capable of taking care of myself-and of you. I won’t hold you back." Lydia’s voice was gentle, her eyes locked on Elliot.

Elliot and Lydia had met when he first joined the army. The moment Lydia saw him, she’d fallen for him. She pursued him relentlessly, and eventually, Elliot had agreed. They’d been together for years now.

"Lydia, staying with the army is the safest choice,"Elliot said firmly.

"Please, Elliot..." Lydia pouted, giving him a pleading look.

was speechless. ’Well, well, well, he thought. ’Girls will be

Lydia’s pleading eyes. "Fine, get ready.

worry. I’ll protect Lydia," Elliot assured Garrett with a respectful

still gave his instructions. "At the border, follow Elliot’s lead. Stay

Dad. Don’t worry about me. I’ll protect

an hour. We’re

Garrett

Shadow Fortress.

at the screen-David. ’Wasn’t I just on

yet?" David’s concerned voice

now," Danielle

this late? You need to eat on time and take care of yourself." If David’s subordinates heard this,

know," Danielle said, realizing David was a

end, could only ease his longing through words. "Danielle, do you miss