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Chapter 394 Silent Tears
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They were both too scared to talk things through. They were afraid of seeing hate in each other’s eyes.
That one look would’ve destroyed their already broken father-son bond for good.
Leighton’s eyes watered up, red streaks spreading across his eyes.
“He loves you so much. Don’t be hard on yourself anymore, okay p>
Zora felt warm tears fall on her hand. It felt like a tiny burn, making her fingers shake a little.
Her heart tightened sharply in her chest.
She wrapped her arms around Leighton’s shoulders, held him closer, and patted his back softly.
Leighton didn’t say a word. He just leaned on her, his eyes wet, empty and dull.
Zora knew he needed time to process everything and ease the pain in his heart.
She looked down at his red eyes. Weirdly, she didn’t feel sad for him like usual.
She honestly thought he looked really pretty while crying.
His eyes were shiny, making him look helpless and cute.
It reminded Zora of the little white rabbit she’d had as a kid. Whenever the rabbit lost a fight with other bunnies, it would run to her with red eyes to be comforted.
Back then, she’d hold it in her arms and soothe it gently.
She blinked and lightly touched his eyelid without thinking.
His skin felt warm and a little puffy from crying.
Her soft touch made his long lashes flutter, with small clear tears still stuck on them.
Leighton looked up at her, confused.
What is she doing?
Does she likemy eyes?
“You look so good when you cry.” Zora meant every word.
He had such a handsome face; even crying looked amazing on him.
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Leighton’s sore, tight chest felt stuffy all of a sudden, and he didn’t know what to say.
“Can I take a picture p>
Zora moved to pull her phone out of her pocket.
Leighton quickly grabbed her hand, his face turning dark with annoyance.
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No one acted like this. Who compliments someone’s crying face and tries to take photos right after they cry?
“No pictures. I won’t talk to you if you do p>
“You’re so childish. That’s such a kid thing to say p>
Zora’s hand was held down, so she gave up, feeling a little disappointed.
He really did look incredible while crying.
“I’m serious. No photos. And don’t tell anyone what happened tonight p>
Leighton’s eyes were deep and endless. The room was completely quiet, and only Zora’s reflection showed in his eyes.
“Mm p>
Zora locked eyes with him for a long second. Then she glanced at the hospital bed, feeling
unsure.
She stared at the small wet spot on the pillow and stayed quiet.
She hadn’t told anyone. Garrett had heard everything on his own.
He was too tired and weak to fully wake up, but he could still hear every single word.
“Are you tired? Do you want to sleep a little p>
Leighton lifted his head off her shoulder and looked at her sleepy face.
It was almost three in the morning. She’d stayed up all night and was definitely worn out.
“Mm… Celine’s already asleep p>
Zora was super tired, but she didn’t want to go back and wake Celine up.
“Do you
want me to get you another room?” Leighton asked softly.
The suite had three rooms total. Celine had one, Finn had one, and Walter had the last one.
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“No.” Zora didn’t want to stay alone in a strange room.
“Then sleep on my shoulder for a while p>
She didn’t want a new room, and she didn’t want to bother Celine.
“Are you… still crying p>
If he was, she’d stay awake longer to keep him company.
“I’m fine. Let’s sleep p>
All his strong emotions were gone, leaving him feeling exhausted.
Leighton pulled her into his arms and tucked a blanket around her tightly.
Zora had been up all night. It was nearly three o’clock, and she couldn’t stop yawning.
She leaned against Leighton and fell asleep fast, feeling totally safe.
Soft, steady breathing brushed against his chest.
Leighton looked down at her, slowly tracing the lines of her face with his eyes.
The sadness in his eyes faded, replaced by gentle warmth.
His gaze was soft and tender, full of quiet affection.
Leighton lowered his head and pressed his forehead lightly against hers.
Their warm breaths mixed together for a moment.
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Half-asleep, Zora heard a shocked voice.
“Are you out of your mind? You snuck Zora out in the middle of the night p>
“Keep your voice down p>
Leighton frowned at Celine, who’d walked out of her room.
He looked down at the girl in his arms right as she blinked awake, her eyes still foggy with sleep.
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“It’s nothing. Go back to sleep p>
Leighton patted her back softly to calm her down.
Zora thought she was dreaming, so she closed her eyes and fell back asleep.
“Watch Dad for a minute. I’ll carry her back to her bed p>
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