Chapter 335
Chapter 335 She Decided to Stay
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“You’re alone right now, and so am I. Your mentor still isn’t back, and Wayne’s still missing.
“It’s not safe for you to live on your own.
“Jensen and I will always worry about you. Your mentor would too, if he knew p>
Leighton didn’t hesitate to play the helpless card.
And honestly, he did feel wronged.
He’d finally gotten close to Zora, and he hadn’t even gotten to enjoy having her around before she started planning to leave.
There was no way he was letting her go that easily.
He’d worked way too hard to have her by his side.
Zora had only just thought about moving out, but Leighton had already messed up her whole plan before she could even try it.
He’d totally talked her out of leaving.
“Zora… are you really gonna leave me all alone p>
Her silence told Leighton she was wavering.
He leaned down and locked eyes with her.
Zora was caught off guard by the hurt and sadness in his gaze.
She frowned, like a tiny stone had tapped against her heart.
It didn’t hurt exactly, but it felt weird and uncomfortable.
A soft, faint sadness bubbled up in her chest.
She hated seeing him like this.
Leighton was always bold, free, and unapologetically himself.
Seeing him so down made her feel uneasy, and she instantly wanted to cheer him up.
“Fine… I’ll stay until your insomnia’s better. Then I’ll move out p>
Zora never could hold his gaze for long.
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His eyes were beautiful, full of quiet affection. Staring into them too long always made her
zone out.
She knew Leighton toned down all his sharp sides around her.
He only ever showed her his gentle, easy, warm side.
But she wasn’t foolish enough to think he was always this soft. Everyone in their circle knew how tough and intimidating he could be.
He just dialed it back for her, scared he’d frighten her away.
He always put up with her, spoiled her, and gave her everything she wanted.
Zora knew just how genuine his kindness was.
Since he wanted her to stay a little longer, she’d do it.
Still, she had to fix his sleep problem as fast as she could.
She dared not let that frightening scenario he spoke of become reality.
Leighton’s eyes curved into a soft smile. “Okay p>
He knew his insomnia wouldn’t get better anytime soon.
If it were easy to cure, he wouldn’t have struggled with it for years.
It meant Zora wasn’t leaving anytime soon.
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And even if she fixed it one day, he’d just find another way to keep her around.
There was always a solution. He always had tricks up his sleeve.
Besides, Zora caved to kindness, not pressure.
All he had to do was act soft and vulnerable, and she’d soften up every single time.
He knew that well, just like he knew he’d always give in to her.
For now, he just needed to keep her here.
Asher was still gone, so he could take good care of Zora in the meantime.
If Asher came back and took her away later, Leighton would just move right next door to them.
He always planned ahead.
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He knew his place clearly. He could never replace Asher in Zora’s heart.
And he never tried to.
Asher had raised her for over ten years. Their bond was one of a kind.
Leighton saw that perfectly clearly.
“I’m gonna go do my homework now p>
Zora glanced at his smiling face and then looked away. His smile was utterly captivating.
He was so easy to please too.
Just a simple agreement from her, and he lit up with joy.
She wanted to leave and then realized he’d been holding her wrist the whole time.
His palm was warm against her skin, sending a soft, tickly tingle through her.
She wiggled a little, trying to pull free.
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“Wanna come to my office with me tomorrow? I’ll be super busy and probably get home really late p>
Ever since Zora got hurt, Leighton hated leaving her home alone.
He started taking her to work with him often, even on weekends after she fully healed.
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“I can’t. I’m gonna go visit Maya’s mom tomorrow. I also need to find a chance to ask her about that matter p>
The weather had turned cold, and Zora loved sleeping in late.
She had no desire to get up early just to follow Leighton to work.
“Alright p>
Leighton sounded a little disappointed and let go of her wrist.
He hated to pull his hands away from her.
He put his hand behind his back and curled his fingers, trying to hold onto the leftover warmth of her skin.
The next day…
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After lunch, Zora packed her stuff and got ready to head over to see Maya.
The second she opened the door, two people stood outside-a man and a woman.
They both looked sharp and professional, with steady, serious eyes.
They bowed respectfully the moment they saw Zora.
“Are you the bodyguards Leighton arranged for me p>
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