“You’ve tried to hide it from them for so long before. I’m just afraid that they won’t let it slide.” Duncan frowned. “If they go too far, don’t put up with it. Fight back, and if something happens, I’ll support you.”Everett felt amused when he heard this. He just agreed without talking back to him, which was a rare sight. Duncan seemed a little restless. He was more anxious than Everett, who wanted to meet his future brothers-in-law.“I need to check if we have enough money for a dowry for the Winters family.” He said, “If you can make that girl give you her hand in marriage, I’ll give her half of the land the Craig family owned as a dowry.”Everett smiled and shook his head.“Don’t worry. I’ve saved some money myself. I can still afford some betrothal gifts.”‘It’s just that, right now, this is not the biggest problem.’Everett lowered his gaze, looking a little down. ‘A few days ago, Ninian was in danger because of me. The Craig family saw this with their own eyes. What’s
Duncan returned to his indifferent demeanor and went downstairs to welcome the Winters family personally. At that exact moment, George and the other Winters siblings entered the building. Immediately, a smile appeared on his stern face as he greeted him, “George, welcome! It’s been a long while!”George stretched out his hand and showed a refined and impeccable smile. They shook hands as he said, “Mr. Craig, you’re being too polite.”The two chatted for a while, and finally got to the main point.“Ninian had an accident at the banquet a few days ago, and your brother saved her life. So, we’re here as a family to visit and thank him.”George’s remark estranged their relationship with the Craig family. It made them look like they were here solely here to visit and thank Everett, that was all. As for why Ninian got into the accident, everyone knew it by heart without needing to point it out clearly. Duncan narrowed his eyes when he noticed George’s unfriendliness.He smiled
Ninian replayed the scene of Everett jumping off the building in her head like a looping nightmare. Even right now, as she thought about it, she could feel her chest tighten again and her breathing became rapid. She forcibly suppressed her emotions as she followed after her siblings. After they entered the exclusive elevator, they went straight to the floor where Everett’s ward was. After all, it is a private hospital owned by the Craig family. The ward where Everett stayed had a wonderful, natural environment.It was like a huge suite, and even after a group of people walked in, it did not look crowded at all.Harold was acquainted with Everett, but because he was still not on good terms with George and Alden, he did not dare to walk up front. He followed them from behind. When George and Alden walked into the ward, they saw a young man standing in the middle of the ward.Even though Everett was a young man, he looked level-headed and exceptional. His gaze looked calm and d
‘How dare he touch Grapie like this right in front of us?!‘Are we nothing to you?’Alden’s gaze was cold. He had a strong urge to take Everett’s hand off Ninian.Everett knew that he had lost his composure. He pursed his lips, let go of Ninian’s hand, and took a step back. But Ninian held on to him. She held his hand and gently shook her head, signaling that she was okay. He did not expect her to fight back in front of her siblings. He looked surprised and was at a loss.The two of them stared at each other in silence. The rest of the Winters siblings became restless. “Grapie, what are you doing?” Harold was the first to exclaim. He approached her and grabbed her. “Let go! Let go now!”George pursed his lips and his expression was cold. “Ninian Winters, come here.”Harold quickly pulled Ninian and made her stand behind George. He stepped forward, standing in between Everett and her. Duncan, who was standing nearby, had a different reaction from the Winters’ siblings.
Duncan’s expression darkened slightly. He looked at Everett with a troubled, but worried gaze.Ninian also pushed Harold away before she moved forward.When she saw Everett’s off gaze, she felt extremely anxious. Her voice was even hoarse and unpleasant. “Wait… for me…” Her voice made Everett become clearly stunned. Then, the darkness in his eyes instantly disappeared. He stared into her eyes, and he asked with an uncertain tone, “Ninian, what happened to your voice?”Ninian’s eyes turned red. She bit her bottom lip without speaking again.Everett’s gaze instantly became dark. The corners of his eyes also turned slightly red. He firmly said, “Speak again. I want to hear you.”Ninian opened her mouth, but she could not make a sound. Her tears just fell from her eyes.Duncan also understood that there was something wrong. When he glanced at the Winters siblings, he saw sadness in their expressions. They could not possibly hide that sadness.He could only look at George.George’
“But…” Harold wanted to speak up, but he was interrupted by Melody. “I don’t want to hear so many excuses. I just hope that we can respect my sister’s opinion.”The Winters brothers’ expressions froze at the same time. They looked at each other, and they relented in unison after they saw the helplessness in each other’s eyes.Alden was the first to leave. Harold looked at the others before helplessly shaking his head and leaving.George looked at Ninian’s pale face, and he wanted to say something, but he did not speak in the end. He just stroked her head to comfort her before he immediately left.Melody sighed in relief. When she raised her head, she saw Ninian’s happy and grateful gaze.“Have a nice chat.” Melody sighed before she walked out.Duncan naturally did not object. He silently walked out of the room and closed the door for them.The noisy environment instantly became silent.Ninian and Everett stood still without making any move.Ninian stared at Everett’s face de
Ninian nodded hard.“Silly girl.” Everett tenderly looked at her, and said, “You don’t have to come back to me. I’ll go to you.”Ninian stared at him, startled. He said, “After I finish dealing with Rowan Craig and clearing all the possibly existing danger here, I’ll go to see you. I’ll bring presents to meet your parents and siblings and have them willingly hand their treasure to me.”Ninian’s eyes teared up again.She bit her bottom lip while listening to his confession as he said everything out.“I’ll make them truly rest assured and give us blessings. I don’t want you to feel troubled and conflicted. You’ll never be caught between me and your family. You’re the one whom they and I care about. I’ll handle everything well before letting you be my bride at ease.“So, after you go to Frica with your sister, don’t feel pressured. Just relax and rest. Share all your happiness with me. I’ll always be with you.”Everett rarely talked so much. Usually, it was Ninian who talked, and h
No wonder Ninian would be worried. He also felt worried about Everett encountering Rowan again.Evil men did not die easily. There was still no trace of Rowan’s whereabouts, which proved that he hid his presence very well.There was still an upcoming battle awaiting them. Everett also needed to get rid of his trauma completely through Rowan.Duncan accepted Ninian’s trust.He replied with a firm and relaxed expression, and he hoped that this kind and strong girl could feel less burdened.No wonder Everett would be so faithful to Ninian. He could also finally feel it.Because this girl was worth it.When Ninian saw Duncan’s reply, she finally smiled brightly.She no longer turned back. Instead, she just walked out of the ward.She knew that their separation now was to wait for a better meetup. She knew that someone would always wait for her and support her at the back.This was sufficient.Being protected by her siblings, Ninian got into the extended Lincoln.The car was dri