Chapter 141
“You’ve done this behue, I observed, closing my eyes at he worked.
Tve done this for Noah, he replied, his voice cinse to my ear
Later that night, as we prepared for bed. Caspar moved behind me, his hands sliding around my waist.
His tips found the sensitive spot below my ear, sending a shiver down my shine.
Not tonight, I whispered, gently removing his hands. It feels strange with Daisy just next door.”
Caspar sighed against my neck. ‘So she is affecting us already.”
“Just for tonight,” I promised, turning to face him. “Let’s just sleep.”
He nodded reluctantly, and as we settled into bed, he gently pulled me against his chest, his arm draped protectively around my waist.
When morning came, I woke to find Caspar’s arm still draped around me, his face peaceful in sleep.
I allowed myself to enjoy the warmth and security of his embrace, the steady rhythm of his breathing against my back.
His eyes slowly open, catching me watching him.
Rather than the teasing remark I expected, he simply smiled and brushed his lips against my forehead.
“Good morning,” he murmured, his voice husky with sleep.
We dressed and made our way downstairs, where Edward had prepared a breakfast of fresh fruit, pastries, and coffee.
Noah was already at the table, carefully arranging his blueberries into patterns on his pancakes.
“Morning, Daddy. Morning, Audrey,” he said without looking up from his artwork.
Caspar ruffled Noah’s hair as he passed, pouring himself a cup of coffee while I helped myself to some fruit.
The morning sunlight streamed through the tall windows, casting the dining room
It felt like a family’s happy breakfast.
The peace was shattered when Edward approached the table.
“Sir, I apologize for the interruption,” he said, his voice low.
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“When I went to inform Miss Cole that breakfast was ready, I found her room empty.”
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Caspar frowned, setting down his coffee cup. “When did she leave?”
“I just checked the security footage, sir,” Edward replied. “She left through the east gate at approximately 6:30 this morning.”
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Chapter 141
sed, wanting down my fork
for should we were she’s dinght. She’s from out of town and probably doesn’t know her way around here. What if something happens to her?
Besides, 1 continued, you told then you’d have his sister here. What are you going to say if we can’t find her?”
Casper’s law tightened slightly,
He turned to Edward. ‘Investigate Daisy’s whereabouts.”
“Zeft away, st, Edward responded with a slight bow before leaving.
I’m going to call Clara,” I said, already reaching for my phone.
Daisy doesn’t know many people in New York–she might have gone there
Clara answered on the fourth ring
‘Clara? It’s Audrey. I’m sorry to call se early, but have you heard from Day?
“Daisy?” Clara sounded genuinely confused. “No, I haven’t heard from her as she come to New York too? Is everything okay?”
“She showed up at the Thornton estate last night, I explained, pacing the room.
Said she followed you and Findey hese. But this morning she’s gone with telling anyone.”
“That sounds like Daisy,” Clara said with a sight. But why would she just leave like that?”
I hesitated. “She found out about Caspar and me last night. We’re together now.
“Oh,” Clara’s voice filled with understanding ‘I see.”
I’m worried the might do something reckless,” I admitted.
Dos 1 worry too much, Clara reassured me, her voice warming
Daisy loves attention. This is probably just her way of making everyone focus on her. I’ll help look for her.”
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
