Chapter 1262

Jackson's hand tightened on Serenity's arm so hard his knuckles turned white, and Serenity's pained yelp snapped him back to reality. "Does it hurt?" Jackson asked, releasing his grip.

"I'm fine. Something on your mind?" Serenity asked.

Jackson looked at Serenity's face, wondering if he should be honest with his thoughts. He did not want her to know the truth. If Master Zack had told her the truth about the car accident, what would she think of him? Would she treat him the same and never leave him?

Jackson pressed two fingers to her cheek, holding her in his arms.

"You promised you'll always stay by my side. That you'd never leave me. If you do, I'll… I'll probably choose to die with you," Jackson rasped, a hint of vulnerability in his eyes.

Serenity breathed in his heavenly scent, hearing not just his voice but also his pounding heartbeat. She did not expect Jackson to threaten Master Zack earlier, defending her and her babies. It gave her a warm feeling, something she had not f