Chapter 1242

Celena clung to Liam, her sobs echoing for what seemed like an eternity before she finally stepped back, her cheeks wet with tears. Her bright eyes, usually so full of life, were then bloodshot from crying.

She sniffled, her mind clearing, and noticed the wet patch on Liam's shirt right over his heart. Her face flushed with embarrassment.

"Oh... I'm sorry, I didn't mean to... Your shirt's all wet. Let me dry it off..."

She reached for a tissue from the coffee table and started dabbing at the damp fabric.

Liam gently caught her hand, his gaze soft and caring. "Celena, if anyone ever gives you trouble, you come straight to me. Don't hold it all in. You're with me, and your tears are only meant for me, okay?"

Her cheeks warmed even more, and she murmured, looking down, "Liam, thank you, for everything you do for me..."

"Silly girl..."

He chuckled, affectionately tousling her hair before pulling her back into a comforting embrace.

Alone time was rare for Liam and Celena, and he che