Chapter 211
“Audrey.”
Caspar’s voice stopped me in my tracks.
I turned to find him watching me.
“I want to talk to you,” I asked.
His expression softened immediately. He nodded, moving to sit in one
of the chairs.
“I’m listening,” he said, his voice gentler now as he leaned forward
slightly, giving me his full attention.
“Caspar, while I’m gone…” I hesitated, gathering my thoughts.
“Noah will need extra attention. Try to smile more around him. He
notices when you’re tense.”
Caspar’s expression stiffened, “I know how to care for our son,
Audrey.”
I took a deep breath. “If something were to happen… if we weren’t
1/5
Chapter 211
together anymore, for whatever reason… promise me you’d find
someone good for him. Someone kind who would love him properly.”
Caspar’s eyes narrowed. “What are you talking about? Why can’t we be
together?”
“It’s just a hypothetical,” I assured him quickly. “But every parent
should consider these things, shouldn’t they?”
“No,” he said flatly, his gaze intense and unwavering.
“There is no such hypothetical. Noah’s mom can only be you.”
He studied my face for a long moment. “Is there something else you
want to tell me, Audrey?”
I shook my head, surprised by the sudden tightness in my throat.
“Just… take care of yourself while I’m gone.”
Caspar sighed deeply, running a hand through his hair.
“I know you’re not going to London just for some gallery exhibition,”
he said, his voice softer now but no less serious.
My pulse jumped. “What makes you say that?”
2/5
Chapter 211
A small, knowing smile played at the corner of his mouth.
“Perhaps I understand you better than you think, Audrey.” His eyes
held mine with uncomfortable intensity.
For a moment, I was tempted–so tempted–to tell him everything.
About the organization, about the kill switch in my body, about
Jasper’s antidote. But the words stuck in my throat.
“There are some things I need to handle on my own,” I finally said.
Caspar’s eyes darkened. “Are you afraid of putting me at risk? Or do
you not trust my abilities to help you?”
I sighed, touching his arm gently.
“I know you’re concerned for me,” I continued, my voice softening. “I
promise I’ll protect myself. Right now, nothing matters more to me
than coming back to you and Noah.”
Caspar remained silent, his lips pressed into a thin line, forehead
creased with worry that created a shadow across his features.
I rose up on my tiptoes and pressed a gentle kiss to his furrowed
brow.
3/5
Chapter 211
“Come on,” I said with a smile, taking his hand and giving it a playful
tug.
“Lighten up. Don’t make this feel like some tragic farewell.”
“You should focus on planning our wedding while I’m gone,” I
continued, my voice taking on a lighter tone.
“I expect everything to be perfect when I return, and then I’ll
officially become Mrs. Thornton.”
I gave his hand a gentle squeeze, my tone shifting to teasing.
“If everything isn’t perfect when I return, I might have to reconsider
my answer.”
I winked at him, and the tension in his expression finally melted into
a tender smile.
“Let’s go to bed,” I suggested, still holding his hand as we left the
study.
Later, as we lay in bed, I felt Caspar’s arms tighten around me.
His body radiated heat like a furnace, warm and solid against mine. I
didn’t pull away, letting myself sink into his embrace.
4/5
Chapter 211
I knew I would miss this–the safety of his arms, the steady rhythm of
his heartbeat against my cheek.
Now, I studied his face in the darkness, memorizing every line, every
angle.
If these were to be our last moments together, I wanted to carry the
memory of him with perfect clarity.
I will find a way back to you both, I silently promised. Whatever it
takes.
Comments
Write Comments
& 6
✔ SHARE
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.
