Chapter 469
Dr. Dawson got it, but what mom wouldnât worry about her son, right? Every time she thought about her son living in danger everyday, her heart would feel like it was dangling mid air, all jumpy
She gently traced the terrifying scar on Aydenâs face and said. âYouâre one tough cookieâ
That scar was from a few years back when Ayden took one for Marcus. He had got more scars than just that one Back then, if they hadnât been lucky. They couldâve both kicked the bucket right there in the States, qurned down by some thugs
Ayden pushed her hand away âStop erving mom. I ainât scared of a little pain
Dr. Dawson wiped her tears, took a deep breath and said, âYouâre right. We chose this path. We gotta stay loyal to the boss, even if it costs un our lives
Ayden just nodded
Dr. Dawson continued. âI think Marcâs thing for Comelia is more than just âcause sheâs his wife. He truly digs her You gotta look out for her mors Canât have happened tonight happening againâ
Ayden just nodded again.
Dr. Dawson knew Aydenâs style He didnât talk much. It was usually just her talking and him listening attentively
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She added. âIf Marc hadnât been quick to send backup and hopped on his private jet to Woodpine in time, Cornelia mightâve been snatched by Zavier That guyâs bad news. If heâd gotten what he wanted, it wouldâve been a real doozy trying to get Cornelia back.â
Ayden just said. âI got it.â
Dr. Dawson lifted her head and once again saw that shocking scar on his face No matter how many times she saw it, it always stung her heart. âYou gotta keep that medicine I gave you on you at all times. It could save your hideâ
Ayden nodded again
Dr. Dawson sighed. âYou could talk a bit more, you knowâ
All Ayden said was, âHmmâ
Dr. Dawson glanced at him. She knew how he was and didnât expect him to be more talkative.
Steven was a witness to last nightâs events. He saw the faceâoff between Marcus and Zavier. If neither of them backed down, their years of brotherhood could go down the drain. So, he invited Lucas to Woodpine and arranged a lunch today
He hoped they could meet halfway at the lunch. But before it even started, his wife was itching to leave him. He definitely wouldnât agree to that.
Steven stood his ground, so Rosie had to sweet talk her husband, âLucas, you promised I could hang out with Hannah and Cornelia if I came to Woodpine with you. Keep your promise or Iâm not gonna trust you ever againâ
Lucas pretended to think it over. âLetâs just get another private room next door. The girls can eat here and we guys will be next door and not bother you if you need us, just holler and weâll be right over.â
Rosie stomped her foot, âNo!â
Steven passed the buck to Marcus, âMarc, whatâs your take on this?â
Ever since Cornelia arrived, Marcus hadnât taken his eyes off her. She had a good nightâs sleep and looked well rested today.
When Steven called him out, Marcus finally looked away from Cornelia, âIf they want to do their own thing, let them. Even the closest couples are still individuals. No one is an appendage of the other. Giving each other some room, I think thatâs better for the relationshipâ