She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 713:

Ellis eased down beside her, casting her a sideways glance. “What’s wrong?”

“What if Kristian never recovers?” Freya wrapped her arms around her knees, resting her chin on top. “How am I supposed to face his family?” Kristian was the successor to Shaw Group, Lionel’s most treasured grandson, and the cherished son of Melinda and Isaac.

If Lawrence were to declare that Kristian would never recover, Freya truly didn’t know what she would do.

“Lawrence hasn’t reached any conclusions yet. Don’t work yourself up,” Ellis said evenly, recognizing that emotion was clouding her thoughts. “With his expertise, it’s unlikely the outcome will be too severe.”

Freya lifted her gaze to him, her usually serene eyes now muddled with doubt.

“Really?” she asked.

“When have I ever lied to you?” Ellis shot back.

it through, then gave a small shake of her head. He

gentle tousle; his broad hand was warm and steady, offering a quiet kind of reassurance. “Tomorrow morning, I’ll go with you to see Lawrence and ask

“Okay.” Freya nodded.

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“Yeah.”

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around, still looking

lips together, swallowing the words that nearly came out. “Never mind. Go shower—and wear something warm before you come back

protect her. There was no need for her to carry so much on

her, gathered her clothes, and went to shower,

sobering. As the steam curled around her, her skin took on a soft flush, droplets clung to

outside

soft cotton pajamas, her damp hair wrapped up, the