Chapter 165

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I carefully dress Adele for bed, making sure she's comfortable and cozy. Once she's asleep, I take a deep breath, knowing that I have to make my move now. Adele will be flying to Florida with Addison, where she'll be safe and away from all the chaos. It's a tough decision, but I have to prioritize her safety above all else.

I couldn't let Tristan get to her, over my fucking dead body! IMy eyes ran over my daughter's body and tears stung the corner of my eyes. I really was sending her away! How would she cope without me?! How would she live without her mother?

I brushed the hair on her forehead side amd placed a kiss, my heart squeezing in agony.

"It's all for your good baby," I whispered, stroking her hair. "It's all to protect you I swear,"

There was a knock on my door and I sighed, pulling away before it became even harder to let go off her.

"Come in?" I mumbled.

Addison stepped in, looking every bit glum as I did.

"Do we really have to do this?" She asked, her gaz