Chapter 718 A Silent Agreem


    thx didn’t press the matter Buchen Wer the antavia the


    She had to mention of keeping Abel any long hare in


    Abel bad already seen through her n, which was why he had moving at a sail’s pace. Even after slowly clearing his te, he still has chose scund up


    the


    Tasked Vince to arrange a driver for you. Tess sait, lifting her chin wart the entr Abel’s eves held a trace of pleating and reluctare, but Tess remained unmoset With his gaze dimmed, he turned and left. Vince was already waiting at the dour and someone was seated in the driver’s seat of the car prepared for him.


    You’re not even going to try to stop me. Abel said, his voice tinged with gernes Tess acted as if she had not heard him. She raised a brow. Then take a cab yourself.


    Before the words had fullynded. Abel squeezed straight into the back seat.


    Vince was a longtime member of the Larson household and had a basic understanding of the major families in Kingnd. Naturally, he knew who Abel was and what he felt for ther youngdy.


    With a knowing smile, Vince tapped lightly on the car window


    Abel rolled it down and mer Vince’s kindly, curved eyes. Fine lines at the corners, earnest with age, were filled with warmth and teasing good humor.


    “This car was specially prepared by the Larsons to wee Ms. Tess home. Other than the youngdy herself, you are the only one who has ever sat in it.”


    As he finished, Vince gave him a yful wink


    The man who had still been reluctant moments earlier felt his expression shift


    He stared at Vince in a daze, searching his face. The sincerity in Vince’s eyes left no ra for


    doubt.


    “Really?” Abel asked softly, doing his best to suppress the burst of joy threatening to spill


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    from his throat.


    “Of course. The youngdy herself has only ridden in it once.


    Delight lit up Abel’s eyes. He cleared his throat twice, his earlier resistance gone.


    He rolled down all the windows, revealing his handsome face.


    “Wait for me.”


    His gaze locked onto Tess standing on the steps. His tone was solernn, as if he were standing at a wedding altar, making a vow that set hearts racing and promised a lifetime together


    Tess met his overly expressive eyes and, for a fleeting moment, regretted her indulgence the night before.


    “Drive.”


    Her cool voice cut cleanly through the still air.


    The driver was a trainee personally trained by Vince, with Tess as his direct superior. At hermand, he ignored the cracking expression on Abel’s face in the back seat, mmed his foot down, and sped toward the estate gates.


    “He’s gone. Today, go to thepany first and have someone walk you through the process. The press conference is tomorrow.”


    Violet had appeared beside Tess without her noticing.


    Tess nodded in acknowledgment. When she turned her head and parted her lips to speak, Violet seemed to anticipate her thoughts. “The flight to Aetheris has already been booked Once the press conference is over, you can head straight to the airport. You can pack your luggage tonight as well.”


    Tess nodded again, feeling thoroughly reassured


    Violet truly lived up to her reputation as the woman who had led the Larsons for years. Her arrangements were always thoughtful andplete.


    Olivia joined them on the steps. Upon hearing the n, she frowned slightly. “You’re going back to Aetheris right after the press conference? Is it really that urgent?”


    She looked at Tess with clear reluctance<i>. </i>


    Violet saw the longing in Olivia’s eyes and couldn’t help butugh softly as she took her arm<b>. </b>“Mom, Tess isn’t leaving and nevering back Look at you. If Tess softens and dys her return, and things in Aetheris aren’t resolved right away, her move to Kingnd will be


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    pushed back again


    Those worde art direnly at Olivia’s fears


    Be


    She had no choice but as cititi gase theluctance in her eyes reced with resolve.


    Olivia reached out and ook lead hand Time When you go back to Aetheris this time, make sure you wrap everything up quickly. The caniceLarson family <b>and </b>the Larson Group are waiting for you


    Meeting Olivia’s carnen gaze. Tess sulod and nodded. “Don’t worry, Grandma. I’ll handle everything as fast as possible. Once it’s settled. Ify straight back to Kingnd and won’t leave again.


    Following that thought, Olivia sosed to already picture what woulde next and didn’t try to keep Tess any longer


    Then Benjarain, who had been quiet all along, suddenly spoke up. “With your schedule so right, have you told that boy from the Shaws?!


    The question ako stirred Obst’s auriosity,


    “Not Tess replied “I don’t n to tell him. Besides, he won’t be able to get away from the Shaws anytime soon


    Ar that, the three Larons nodded in agreement and didn’t dwell on it further.


    Oh, right Violet added. In a few months, there will be a summit in Kingnd. The Larson Group has been specially invited and will need a representative to attend. You can go then. Come to think of it, that will count as your first major public appearance.”


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    <strong>Olivia Harris</strong> is an emerging author celebrated for her captivating romantic and steamy novels. With a talent for crafting deep emotional connections and fiery chemistry between her characters, Olivia’s stories offer readers an escape into worlds filled with passion, intrigue, and heart-stopping drama.