The Queen They Buried

Chapter 361

He added, “There’s no need to draw everyone into your protection circle. They have their own judgment and agency too.”

He hugged her even tighter. Only with her in his arms did his heart finally begin to settle. In front of Aubree, all his usual confidence and master plans fell apart.

Like a skyscraper, one touch and it all collapsed.

Her sudden trip to Nadio had terrified Bowen. He was afraid that Aubree would find out he’d hidden his identity as the investor. He wasn’t sure what would happen. Best case scenario, she’d see it as a gesture of affection and fall deeper for him.

Worst case scenario, she would see it as a betrayal and run away from him for good.

Just like this time, disappearing to a place where he could no longer find her.

Without even realizing it, his grip tightened a bit more.

“Ouch, Aubree gasped softly. Bowen snapped out of it and quickly loosened his grip.

Aubree didn’t think much of it. She just assumed he was nervous that she was still mad about the Birgitte situation.

This was Birgitte’s own choice. And Aubree wasn’t someone

Birgitte’s decision. She’s ready to face the consequences. What I need to do is not let her

smiled at Bowen. “I’m not that mad at you.” She was more upset

really late. You haven’t gotten much rest, have you?”

said, “I’m going to wash

he had Aubree in his arms again did Bowen feel at ease. No matter what happened next,

immediately sensed a gaze fixed on her, not

Bowen’s voice

see Bowen sitting at the edge of the bed, smiling. But the smile didn’t reach his eyes.

eyes drifted to his hand. He

really familiar. One she’d just recently developed

by your bed? Are you changing your taste

nothing going on with the man

always been consistent. If someone was

Bowen raised an eyebrow.

He’s probably Carmen’s biological father.

they couldn’t find someone, they could always make someone

Xander’s return and stage a