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    “Will you promise me?” she asked with earnestness.


    “I won’t restrict your actions, but I cannot ept this deal,” Rhys responded firmly.


    Harlee, anticipating such a response, felt only slight disappointment.


    After a moment’s pause, she took Rhys’ hand firmly and drew him near. She whispered into his ear with a pleading tone, “Please, my love…” Her voice was gentle and yful, softening his determination.


    Rhys stared at her face, his throat growing dry and a strange fluttering stirring in his heart. Without hesitation, he gave in.


    “How can I possibly say no to you?” He softly stroked her forehead in affection, smiling warmly. “However, I have my conditions. Never overexert yourself. Make sure to rest when needed, and stick to the prenatal care n I set once wend on the ind.”


    Prenatal care. Although Harlee was not fond of those prescribed remedies, she decided to tolerate them for the sake of her ns. “Okay, it’s a deal!” She figured she could negotiate her way out of consuming too much of the remediester on.


    “Seal it with a kiss,” Rhys suggested. He then bent down and gently kissed her lips.


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    “Remember, no interfering with my work. Once we’re on the ind, just stay by my side,” Harlee said. “And if you don’t respect our agreement or break our deal, you’ll be banned from my side for the next six months!”


    “That sounds harsh,” Rhys said, yfully expressing his displeasure.


    Harlee nodded decisively, ready to add more when the sound of footsteps interrupted them.


    Turning together, Harlee and Rhys noticed Goodwin approaching them on the deck.


    When Goodwin noticed them, a hint of surprise flickered in his eyes. He clearly hadn’t anticipated running into them while seeking some fresh air. He offered a respectful greeting. “Are you out enjoying the sea breeze as well?”


    Rhys shot Goodwin a cold nce, showing his annoyance at the interruption.


    “Have you brought all the necessary equipment? What about the standard medicines for colds and injuries?” Harlee asked.


    Goodwin promptly replied, “Yes, everything is prepared. I can perform surgeries as long as the environment is sterile.”


    “Good,” Harlee responded with a nod, pleased that all preparations were in ce. The next step was to select a location on the ind to begin their project.


    Nic had chosen the ind as her final ce of rest, located a significant distance from the familiar shores of Baythorn. The journey there, even at the ship’s maximum speed, wouldst a full day.


    As darkness enveloped the sea, their cruise ship anchored at the northern pier, and the gangway descended. Prepared for his role, Noel and his team boarded.


    From the deck, Harlee observed Noel in silence.


    Returning to his work as a psychologist, Noel realized hisck of passion for business. This discovery led him to take a long vacation, during which he traveled the nation for nearly two years, helping locals with their psychological issues. When he learned of Harlee’s intention to establish a farmhouse restaurant on the ind, he reached out, eager to be part of her initiative. His n was to set up a center for psychological therapy on the ind.


    The northern winters were harsh. Noel was d in a long, ck down jacket that enveloped him, concealing his features almostpletely. Despite his gentle features, he now seemed like a vague, shadowy figure.


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