Chapter 17 - A Tender Moment Shared Between Edgar And Elena
Later that evening, the heavy stress of the past week finally gave way to a quiet moment of vulnerability in the library.
Edgar poured two glasses of aged cognac, handing one to Elena as they stood by the glowing stone fireplace.
“You didn't have to risk your life checking those manifests today,” Edgar said softly, looking down into her dark eyes.
“Thomas taught me how to survive in his world; I refused to let anyone destroy what he left behind,” Elena replied quietly.
Edgar stepped closer, gently brushing a stray lock of dark hair behind her ear with unexpected tenderness.
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“You protected my niece, and you stood your ground against my entire family,” Edgar murmured. “You are remarkably brave, Elena.”
Elena held his gaze, feeling the protective wall around her heart finally melt away in his presence.
