Chapter 997
Elysia’s voice broke with emotion, “But what if we can’t find that person p>
Tarquin had already thought of a backup plan.
“If we really can’t find them, then we’ll just have to let go of managing Hawkins Navigation. But I’ll still support them from the shadows, keep them safe from harm. I’ll make sure they’re well-off as a way to repay their kindness towards you p>
As he spoke, Tarquin gently wiped away Elysia’s tears.
“If you want to go back to Oceanopolis and reconnect with them, I’ll be with you every step of the way. And if you dread the backstabbing politics of the elite and don’t want to face the Hawkins family, then we won’t go back.
Whatever you decide, I’m here for you, to support you. I’ll always be by your side.
And don’t feel burdened. We can find other ways to repay their kindness p>
Tarquin didn’t want her to compromise her happiness out of a sense of obligation.
If times got tough, they would just help from the shadows.
He had thought everything through for her, allowing her to follow her heart.
With tears still in her eyes, Elysia threw herself into his arms, “Honey p>
Tarquin quickly embraced her, “Hm p>
“You’re so good to me p>
Tarquin chuckled, soothing her like a child, gently patting her back,
“You’re my wife. If I’m not good to you, who else would I be good to? Whether we go back or not is up to you. Just follow your heart, do whatever feels right p>
Drawing in a deep breath, Elysia stepped back, her gaze firm, “I want to go back and find them p>
“Alright, if you want to go back, then we’ll go back. We’ll do it your way p>
“When can we leave, can we go today p>
“Give me a moment to arrange everything. I’ll let you know once it’s all set p>
“Okay! The sooner, the better p>
“Got it p>
Tarquin held her close, kissing her forehead and then the top of her head, cherishing her with tender care.
It wasn’t until the sun had completely set that he took Elysia’s hand and led her back to the car, driving home.
Meanwhile, as the day turned to dusk, Evan had had enough.
He hopped down from the towering oak, crossed his arms, and faced the scar-faced stranger who had been tailing him.
“It’s getting late, I’m heading home. I’m done playing cat and mouse. Let me be clear, you can’t kidnap me, so drop the idea. And don’t bother trying to worm my master’s whereabouts out of me. I won’t tell you. Anything else? If not, I’m off p>
“How dare you! Even your master wouldn’t dare speak to me in such a tone p>
Evan pursed his lips, “Do you have any other questions? If not, I’m leaving p>
“Where is your master p>
“Can’t answer that. Next question p>
“Where exactly is your master p>
Evan sighed, “Do you not understand what I’m saying? I can’t answer that. Next p>
“Take me to him p>
Evan paused, What’s your beef with my master anyway? What do you want with him p>
“Adult matters, kid. Don’t poke your nose where it doesn’t belong p>
“Fine, grown-ups should handle their own issues. Stop bothering me, a kid. I’m off, bye p>
With that, Evan walked away, the mysterious figure following at a distance.
It wasn’t until Evan entered the protective shield of the Number One Mansion that the figure stopped, standing just outside the barrier, staring straight at Evan.
Evan looked back at him a few times.
Despite the stranger’s odd demeanor, Evan had to admit, there was a thrill to their interaction.
It reminded him of the good old days with his master in the mountains, a sense of adventure and camaraderie he hadn’t felt in a while.