From Ashes of Scandal to His Embrace (Laurinda) novel Chapter 301

“That’s impressive!”

“I’m even better in person, you know.”

Laurinda leaned into Adolphus, her voice teasing, but Adolphus could tell she meant it. He slid his arms around her, pulling her closer.

“Let’s keep you out of danger from now on,” he said quietly. “If anything risky comes up, let me handle it.”

Laurinda looked up at him, catching the seriousness in his eyes. She let out a soft laugh. “So I can trust you to have my back?”

“Not just your back. You can trust me with everything.”

Adolphus had just come back from Frostfrod, where he’d struck two big deals with an arms dealer. He was more prepared than ever. Whatever Laurinda needed, he would make sure she felt safe and protected.

“If you keep talking like this, I won’t be able to stop myself from relying on you,” Laurinda said with a smile.

Adolphus really was the perfect partner. He was always there for her, giving her that sense of security she never knew she craved. She knew her problems were hers to fix, but somehow, when Adolphus spoke, everything felt a little lighter.

She tossed her phone aside and hugged him, resting her head in the curve of his neck. Her voice was muffled but warm. “You’re so good to me. I don’t even know what I’d do without you.”

“You’ll never have to find out,” Adolphus replied. “You promised you’d look after me. You’re not allowed to leave me behind.”

The sadness in her chest dissolved at his words, replaced by laughter. She grinned up at him.

“That’s right. I keep my promises. You’re mine, for life.”

“And I’m holding you to that. No take-backs. Come on, I want to show you what I brought back for you. Once you accept my deposit, I’m yours forever.”

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