Chapter 94 Stay With Me for a While
Chapter 94 Stay With Me for a While
At those words, Finn stopped in his tracks. “A golden retriever… a dog?”
There wasn’t a hint of embarrassment in his eyes over the mix–up. His first thought was all about Tess’s well–being.
“How’s Tess? Is she okay?”
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“Ms. Tess? She has a few minor scrapes. The doctors have already treated her, and she should’ve just left the department,” the nurse replied.
When Finn heard that, the tension in his shoulders finally eased, and the sharp edge in his demeanor softened.
<i>Tess </i><i>is </i><i>alright</i>. <i>That’s </i><i>good </i><i>to </i>know.
As the tight knot in his chest loosened, a wave of exhaustion washed over him.
Finn rubbed his forehead, only now realizing just how deeply he’d been worried about Tess’s safety.
His brow creased deeply, like he was wrestling with some unanswered question.
Even though the nurse had said it was only a scrape, he still didn’t know how serious her injuries really were.
Lost in thought, Finn nced down–and that was when a pair of worn–out, faded canvas shoes caught his eye. Then a gentle, familiar scent floated up to his nose.
That feeling of recognition was like invisible hands sliding up his arms, pressing softly against the air near his face.
Finn held his breath.
“I’m okay.”
The woman’s voice was soft and calming, like a breeze flowing through an open window. In an instant, the storm in Finn’s heart began to calm.
He cleared his throat and lifted his eyes, trying to look calm. “Good. I’m d you’re alright.”
“Finn,” she called while reaching out.
Finn’s fingers froze, unsure how to react. He just tried to keep a cool, indifferent front.
She’d been in prison for a year and was released without seeing him once<b>. </b>Even when he tried getting close, she never hid her dislike or rejection.
That simple call of his name caught him off guard.
Tess’s eyes shifted,nding on the row of bodyguards standing behind him.
Abel, knowing Tess was only lightly hurt, excused himself early, saying he had things to handle.
Though they barely knew each other, Tess could tell right away what Abel’s intentions were.
And the golden retriever the nurses mentioned had been brought in for a full checkup.
<b>All </b>these odd things pointed to one conclusion.
This whole golden retriever incident probably wasn’t an ident.
Just thinking about it sent chills down Tess’s spine.
One thing after another<b>, </b>these nonstop “idents” made her cautious and afraid of the unknown forces surrounding her.
She had a vague feeling <b>that </b>some invisible hand was stirring trouble in her once–normal life,
Chapter 94 Stay With Me for a While
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<i>Who </i><i>did </i><i>I </i>cross?
She had no clue. And that unknown threat unsettled her deeply.
“Was it you?” she looked up, determined.
Finn’s eyes
widened in surprise. Even his normally steady emotions showed doubt, not relief. “What?”
“This is the third time. And like you said, it always seems like you’re nearby whenever I get hurt. So, was it you? Or …” <i>Was </i><i>it </i><i>Nadine</i>?
<i>If </i>he’s <i>trying </i><i>to </i>force me <i>back </i>to <i>Evermount </i><i>Vi</i>, <i>he </i><i>could’ve </i><i>just </i><i>said </i><i>so</i>. I <i>wouldn’t </i><i>risk </i><i>putting </i><i>La </i><i>in </i><i>danger </i><i>again</i>.
Tess’s face went pale.
Anger shed in Finn’s eyes, and he almostughed in disbelief.
“You think I’d stoop that low? Tess, you’re overestimating yourself. I wouldn’t risk breaking thew for you. That’s way too big Ja gamble.
“Why would I risk my reputation and the entire Lock Group just to force you to move back in?”
His expression darkened, fierce and cold.
<i>By </i><i>the </i><i>looks </i><i>of </i><i>him</i>, he’s <i>definitely </i><i>not </i><i>behind </i><i>this</i><i>. </i>
Tess let out a breath, relieved.
But then she asked, “So, was it Nadine?”
Finn’s anger hadn’t faded, and her question tightened his chest again.
He nced at her several times, clearly doubting what she said.
“Why would she do that?”
She’s the <i>head </i><i>of </i><i>the </i><i>legal </i><i>department </i><i>at </i>Lock <i>Group</i><i>–</i>would <i>she </i><i>really </i><i>behave </i><i>like </i><i>that</i><i>? </i>
He pressed his fingers to his forehead, pushing the question aside for now.
“If it really was her, I’ll make sure she apologizes.”
“Just an apology?” Tess scoffed at his words.
“Don’t worry. I’ll make her pay. I’ll make sure you’re satisfied.”
Realizing he’d been too easy on Nadine, Finn frowned and corrected himself.
“Alright, Mr. Lock, I’ll be watching closely.” Tess agreed.
She still trusted Finn’s honesty.
When he promised something, he followed through.
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“No matter what, you’re not safe right now. Stay with me for a while.”
“Alright.”
Tess didn’t say no.
She had to admit–right now, there was no safer ce than by Finn’s side.
Finn immediately gave orders, as if he were worried she might change her mind.