Chapter 574
Chapter 574:
The moment she said that, Alden’s strong, confident demeanor crumbled like a popped balloon. He flashed an awkward grin, and his tone softened to something more tender. “Are you upset with me p>
Helena let out a small, exaggerated sigh. He spoke to her in a soothing voice, “Relax. I’m not going to accept that engagement. It won’t come between us—I’ll handle everything p>
Helena hadn’t been bothered by it at all, but when she saw how earnestly he meant it, a quiet chuckle slipped from her lips.
When Alden saw her glowing smile, his tension melted away. His voice softened further as he explained, “My mom’s asleep now. The doctors gave her something to help her rest. I just finished talking to them—they’re recommending a quieter place, away from anything that might upset her p>
Zayden had already managed to track down where she was staying. They might’ve chased him off for now, but who was to say he wouldn’t show up again?
“Do you think we should move her to a different facility?” Helena asked, worry creeping into her voice.
Alden shook his head slowly. “They told me she doesn’t need to stay in a care facility anymore. Going back to a place she knows—being around loved ones—could actually jog her memory and help her heal p>
A place she knew… That could only point to the Wilsons’ old estate—the same place where she had lived with Alden.
Helena caught on to what Alden was gently suggesting and made a decision. “Then how about we all stay at the villa—with your mom—for a little while p>
Even though Delaney hadn’t been kind to Helena earlier, Helena remained poised and generous as always.
A wave of emotion swept over Alden. He reached for her hand and said, with heartfelt gratitude, “Thank you p>
Later that same day, Delaney and her caregiver were brought back to the Wilson family’s villa.
Helena had rarely spent time at the villa. The few visits she had made were filled with bitter memories, usually involving Chadwick or Rylan.
Alden noticed her discomfort and silently felt the weight of guilt pressing on him. He stepped closer, gently pulling her into his embrace and kissing her, doing everything he could to calm the storm inside her.
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Wrapped in the comforting scent that clung to Alden, Helena inhaled deeply several times. The unfamiliar chill of the villa slowly faded from her mind.
They pulled each other closer, unwilling to let go. His hands slid down the curve of her waist, and then, with a swift movement, he lifted her off the floor, cradling her against his chest.
They collapsed together onto the plush mattress, their breaths growing short, hearts thudding faster with every passing second.
Just as their hands began fumbling with buttons and fabric, a sharp knock rang out, slicing through the moment. “Den! Den! Are you in there p>
Delaney’s worried tone made Alden freeze, stiff as if caught red-handed.