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Chapter 49

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last update Last Updated: 2024-12-26 03:41:30

Julian didn’t respond immediately.

Her words lingered in the air, challenging him in a way he hadn’t expected.

Was he putting Alexis first?

Or was he still driven by the ghosts of his past?

For now, he pushed those thoughts aside. Protecting Alexis was his priority, everything else could wait.

Evelyn rose from her chair, smoothing her skirt. "I’ll hold you to your word, Julian," she said, her tone formal but not unkind.

He stood as well, offering a small nod. "You have my word."

As he left the Montgomery residence, Julian felt a strange mix of emotions.

Evelyn’s cautious approval was unexpected, but it only reinforced the weight of his responsibility. He couldn’t afford to falter, not now, not ever.

Driving away, his mind was already racing with thoughts of his next move.

Sophia and Ryan had crossed a line, and if protecting Alexis meant confronting his own conflicted feelings, then so be it.

His focus was clear, uncover the truth, protect his wife, and ensure no one, especially the M
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