Chapter 1291:

“We’ll talk about it more when we get home,” Cliff said, ending the conversation for now.

Laney saw her chance and quickly added, “Just talk, Cliff. No other actions. I’m still not ready to forgive you.”

Cliff studied her for a long moment before nodding slightly.

“Fine. Just talk. As you wish.”

He opened the passenger door, moving a small dark red box from the seat before helping her in.

Laney noticed the box and asked softly, “What’s that?”

“A gift for you,” Cliff replied casually.

away. She didn’t want it and made no move to open

the emotions, and Cliff’s overbearing presence—Laney was utterly exhausted.

Instead, he carefully carried her inside, laying her gently on

Laney from her deep sleep.

Merrick’s voice

the screen, struggling to

“Who is this?”

Merrick,” he

you recognize my

her voice soft

“I’m fine.”

her distress made him waver. He decided to wait until her spirits lifted.

in her life lay scattered throughout—beneath her pillow and tucked away in drawers. He discovered photographs, handwritten letters, and the small tokens of affection he’d given her over

relief washed over him, knowing he still occupied a special place in her heart. His earlier doubts began to dissolve.

cleaned up

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