Chapter 398
Bird of paradise flowers mean freedom, happiness and joy.
Bellflowers stand for blessings and thanks.
“I hope you can be free and happy forever. Don’t let your past hold you back,” Zora said sincerely.
She also wanted to thank Leighton for taking care of her all this time.
But she kept that thought to herself. A simple verbal thank-you felt too empty.
Plus, she knew Leighton well. If she’d said it out loud, he would’ve only felt worse.
That short line alone chased the sadness off Leighton’s face.
“Let’s go get them p>
He lightly touched the bird of paradise flower, his expression turning soft.
The two of them got back in the car.
“Leighton, are you still upset p>
Zora turned to look at him.
“Huh p>
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Leighton set the flower bouquet in the center console. He even folded part of his jacket and tucked it around the flowers to keep them from getting crushed.
He handled them carefully.
“Are you worried I’ll leave you now that my mentor’s back p>
Zora saw every little careful thing he did.
It was just a bouquet of flowers, but he acted like it meant everything to him.
Leighton’s hands froze. His voice sounded tight and nervous. “Will you leave me p>
He’d asked many times before where he stood with her. Zora always put Asher first, and him second.
Still, now that Asher was really back, Leighton couldn’t stop worrying she’d stop caring about him.
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He’d thought they had at least one more month together. No one expected Asher to come back so suddenly.
Last night, when he called Jensen, the person next to him must’ve been Asher.
Deep down, he understood it.
If he were Asher and knew Zora was in danger, he would’ve rushed right back to her too.
Even so, their quick return still felt way too soon for him.
“I remember every nice thing you’ve done for me p>
Zora gently touched the flowers he’d carefully put away.
She could never forget.
Leighton had been so good to her. Anyone with a heart would remember his kindness.
Over these past few months, Leighton had protected her, spoiled her, and taken good care of her the whole time.
“That’s enough for me p>
Leighton looked down and met her eyes.
He had so many feelings in his gaze, but in the end, it all turned into pure relief. A soft smile spread across his lips.
As long as she remembered him, that was all he needed.
The main airport lobby was packed and noisy, but the private VIP hallway was quiet and empty.
Two people stood out clearly in the silent corridor.
Zora’s eyes locked on the man in the long black coat on the right.
The young man in the distance pushed a suitcase with one hand. His wrists were thin and pale, with clean, defined knuckles.
A white mask covered half his face, leaving only calm, clear eyes showing. His facial features were clean and sharp.
His long black coat made his tall, straight figure look even better. The airport lights outlined his slim body, making him look elegant and calm.
He was like fresh snow, cool and untouched by the noisy crowd around him.
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Some people just naturally draw attention the second they stand anywhere.
Their eyes met across the open space.
The cold, distant look in his eyes softened right away, filling with warm light.
Zora stopped in her tracks.
Her hold on the flower bouquets tightened a little without noticing.
She stood still, and the young man walked slowly toward her.
Her eyes burned and turned red before she realized it. She pressed her lips tight, holding back the sad ache in her chest.
When he stopped right in front of her, his familiar citrus scent wrapped around her.
The next second, she was pulled into a warm hug.
“Zora p>
His voice sounded helpless and full of pain right by her ear.
Zora didn’t say a word. She just buried her face in his chest and let her tears fall.
Her quiet, shaky crying made the three men there tense up.
Leighton curled his fingers at his sides.
He wanted to comfort her, but she didn’t need him right then.
No one could make her feel as safe as Asher did.
Asher patted her back gently, comforting her silently.
After crying for a few minutes, Zora pulled out of his arms, still sniffling.
She held out the bouquet she’d carefully kept safe. “This is for you p>
Her nose was red, her eyes shiny with tears, and her lips looked soft and pink.
Asher looked down at the little girl holding flowers up to him.
She wore a white puffer jacket over a pink sweater and a plaid skirt. Her face was bright and pretty, still marked with tear stains.
Tiny water drops clung to her long eyelashes.
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The sight made his heart feel completely soft.
His eyes curved softly as he looked at the flowers. He lifted his hand and gently ruffled her hair.
“Thank you. My little girl has grown up p>
The bouquet was crabapple blossoms, Asher’s favorite flower.
“Hmph. I can grow up just fine even when you’re not here p>
Zora sniffled, wiped her eyes, then took the second bouquet from Leighton and held it out to Jensen beside them.
“Jensen, this one’s for you p>
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