Chapter 4 - Elena Is Comforted In The Private Home Office
Marcus gently placed a comforting hand on Elena’s trembling shoulder, guiding her away from the chaotic hallway toward his private study. “You did the right thing by protecting him, Elena; I am deeply sorry you had to experience that,” Marcus said softly.
Elena breathed a shaky sigh of relief, gently rocking little Leo until the baby finally drifted off to sleep against her chest. “I was only worried about his safety, Mr. Vance; she looked completely unhinged today,” Elena confessed quietly.
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Marcus poured a glass of cold water from the crystal pitcher on his desk, handing it to the exhausted young woman. “You are safe here, Elena, and nobody in this household will ever lay a hand on you again,” he promised firmly.
The heavy oak doors clicked shut behind them, sealing out the toxic chaos echoing through the rest of the mansion.
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