The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 804

Sebastian knew exactly what kind of person Citrine was. That's why he could say these things now, confident she wouldn't let guilt sway her into a relationship. She was far too clear-headed for that.

Sure enough, Citrine spoke up a second later. "Thank you for saving me."

She paused, her tone thoughtful and sincere. "What you said... it moved me. And you are special to me, too. But I haven't figured out exactly what I'm feeling yet. You'll have to give me a little more time. I'll give you an answer."

Sebastian snorted, unable to hold back a laugh. "You're so serious. Anyone listening in would think you were interviewing me for a job."

He was shaking with laughter, nearly doubled over on the hospital bed. It took a while for him to calm down, but beneath the amusement, a flicker of happiness glowed in his chest.

So, I am special to her, after all.

Citrine shot him a glance, her expression earnest. "I need to be clear about my feelings. Otherwise, you could get hurt."

She hesitated before adding, "I... I don't want to hurt you."

her space. She never felt uncomfortable around him. In fact, she didn't mind his presence at

friends, after all. And to be

Sebastian's face remained composed,

next few days, Citrine stayed at the research center

them on Darius Archer's fate. Over the years, Vester had quietly collected plenty of evidence against Archer, enough

felt absolutely no sympathy for Archer. He got what he

Sebastian's injuries had mostly healed. It was time

turned to her family. She wondered how her mother was doing. As soon as their flight landed, she planned to head straight back to the

clearing customs, Citrine was chatting with Raymond when

spotted several familiar

moment they learned their precious

Hilda caught sight of

my

She dashed forward and pulled

before she was wrapped up in her mother's arms. Hilda clung to her as if she'd just recovered something priceless. "Oh, sweetheart, do you have