Chapter 8 - Harper Spends The Night In Safe Gentle Arms
Back in the master suite, the storm raging outside the mansion matched the turbulent energy vibrating through the estate.
Mrs. Marsh, the veteran head housekeeper, had prepared a warm, comforting bowl of soup for Mia and little Harper.
Harper sat propped up against fluffy pillows, nibbling on a warm sugar cookie while watching her mother rest peacefully.
“You’re safe now, sweetheart. No one will ever hurt us in this house again,” Mrs. Marsh assured gently, patting Harper’s head.
“Mr. Vale promised he would protect us forever,” Harper said sleepily, her heavy eyelids fluttering toward slumber.
“Mr. Vale always keeps his promises,” Mrs. Marsh replied with a warm, knowing smile that crinkled the edges of her eyes.
Mia opened her eyes slowly, looking toward the open bedroom door where heavy footsteps echoed down the grand hallway.
She knew Dominic was hunting for answers, uncovering the dark secrets that had nearly cost her and her daughter their lives.
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“He’s going to fix everything, isn't he?” Mia whispered softly into the quiet stillness of the bedroom.
“He already has, dear. Now close your eyes and let the healing begin,” the housekeeper whispered back soothingly.
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