The Real Heiress Rules the World

Chapter 236 What If They Want Your Life

Chapter 236 What If They Want Your Life

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Sloane looked at Boston; a flicker of complexity crossed her gaze. She was silent for a moment before speaking softly, “Boston, what happened with my mentor involves her privacy. It’s not something I can share.”

Boston’s expression darkened instantly, but he didn’t give up. Instead, he asked carefully, “Is she, is she still alive?”

His voice was barely audible, as if afraid to disturb something fragile. There was a nervous edge in his tone; his fingers curled unconsciously, eyes filled with hope and fear, like he was bracing for an answer he both longed for and dreaded.

Sloane hesitated, then slowly nodded. “She’s doing well.”

Boston’s body trembled. A wave of emotion swept over his face–shock and joy all at once. He opened his mouth, as if to say something, but in the end, he simply closed his eyes and murmured hoarsely, “Good, that’s good…”

Sloane pressed her lips together and said nothing. She wasn’t sure what kind of history Boston might’ve had with her mentor, but it was still a matter of personal privacy; she couldn’t say

more.

world, she’d never explicitly forbidden Sloane from mentioning her.

all.

at Sloane, his eyes full of complicated emotions and quiet hope. “Sloane, if you ever need anything, anything at all, just

“Thank you, Mr.

waved it off, his tone weary. “No need to thank me. It’s

looked a little lonely.

name,

Sloane was changing

opened slowly; his vision was still a bit blurry, but it quickly settled on Sloane’s face. She had her head down, carefully tending to his wounds. Her

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Lucas‘ voice came out hoarse

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head up at the sound, her eyes lighting up with joy. “You’re awake! How do you

faint smile. His voice was soft and warm.

together. “You lost a lot of blood. You need to rest,