"Finally." Sullivan sighed. "I was beginning to think that perhaps Evelyn had murdered you." Evelyn smiled inwardly while John sneered at her."She couldn't even if she dared." He groaned. Erica noticed Evelyn was about to say something in defense so she quickly cut in because she was starving."Please let's be civil and have breakfast like humans. I'm starving." "Of course lady Erica," John said bowing his head.Sullivan gestured towards the maid that it was time to serve the meal.Not quite long the maids came to the dining hall with a tray of the delicacy.As usual, Sullivan prepared a feast.As Erica gazed at the dish, her eyes widened with delight. The breakfast spread before them was a culinary masterpiece. Golden-brown pancakes, crispy bacon, and scrambled eggs cooked to perfection. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air, making her stomach growl with anticipation."All this just for breakfast?" John asked raising a brow at the general.This was the first time
Everyone's eyes were fixed on Evelyn. Their face grew in horror when she started choking and blood started coming out from her mouth.John couldn't hold himself any longer he rushed over to her side with a worried gaze."What's wrong with you."Evelyn doesn't answer him, she continues gasping for air.Her eyes widened in shock as she felt her airways constricting.Her eyes were spinning, she couldn't breathe, and her vision began to blur. When she heard John's voice she wanted to respond but all that came out was a faint gasp.John's face was contorted with a grave expression.He didn't understand what was going on.He gave her a gentle shake but it seemed to only worsen the case.His heart was panting fast in his chest and he was conflicted on what to do.If they were back in the city he could have easily rang Doctor Lee's cell and he could rushed down to the rescue.Now they were in the middle of the island with no medical personnel with them and it was going to take some time for
"That's strange," Erica mutteredEven was puzzled when he saw a hint of affection in John's eyes as he helped everything clean her face. Sullivan cleared his throat and John jolted back to reality. "General," He said with a bow. He did not even remember that he was still with the general and Lady Erica. "You should take her to her room, I already sent for Doctor Lee and he should be here anytime," Sullivan said. "Don't worry she'll be fine," Erica assured him. John nodded his head and turned to Evelyn.He effortlessly swept her off her feet and left the dining room.Erica threw her gaze over to the table and noticed the blood stain and how the table was already disarranged." I guess this ruins breakfast." she let out a sign.Sullivan pulled her close then she rested her head on his shoulders."Don't worry I tell the maids to fix you something if you are hungry." "There's no need to lose my appetite from that gruesome scene." She exhaled."I'm sorry you had to witness something
Erica's eyes sparkled with mischief as she leaned in closer to Sullivan. "Is that so?" she whispered, her breath warm against his ear. Sullivan's grip tightened around her waist, pulling her even closer. "You know exactly what you're doing," he murmured, his voice husky."Maybe," she replied playfully, trailing her fingers down his chest. "But we do have more important things to focus on right now."Sullivan sighed, his desire momentarily giving way to the weight of their responsibilities. "You're right," he admitted reluctantly. "There's a lot at stake."Erica's expression softened as she cupped his face in her hands. "We'll get through this," she assured him. "Together."Sullivan nodded, his resolve strengthening. "Together," he echoed.A knock on the door interrupted their moment, and a maid stepped in, bowing respectfully. "General, Lady Erica, Doctor Lee has arrived."Sullivan and Erica exchanged a glance, the tension from their conversation dissipating. "Good," Sullivan
As dawn broke, a soft light filtered through the curtains, casting a gentle glow over the room. Erica stirred, the events of the previous day rushing back to her. Sullivan was already awake, sitting at the small desk by the window, poring over maps and documents. He looked up as Erica sat up in bed, stretching."Morning my love." he greeted her with a tired smile. "Did you manage to get some rest?""Some," Erica replied, running a hand through her hair. "I see you didn't sleep much."Sullivan shrugged. "There's too much to be done. I was going over our plans for the South. We need to be ready for anything."Erica got out of bed and joined him at the desk. "Let's review everything once more before we meet with our supporters."Sullivan nodded, handing her a sheet of paper. Erica's eyes lit up in surprise because Sullivan barely told her anything of his plans ever since the incident with the masked man.At this point, she wondered what could have possibly changed his mind."I made
After all, they left John and stepped inside the room with a gloomy expression. Doctor Lee noticed his presence and acknowledged him with a nod."You'll be fine." Doctor Lee said to Evelyn then started packing his bag."Thank you," Evelyn replied.John kept silent as he watched the doctor pack his stuff"I'm done." Doctor Lee said to John."Let me escort you back to the jet." He offered."Theirs no need and besides didn't you want to check up on the patient."His eyes shot wide open for a moment then he gave a nod.Evelyn's eyes were fixed on John and his on hers.Doctor Lee cleared his throat which caused John to snap away from his thoughts."I'll be on my way now." He said that he took his bag and started walking to the door."Hey," Evelyn said weakly.John paused, turning back to her, his expression unreadable."How are you feeling?" he asked, his voice softer than usual."Better, thanks to you," Evelyn replied, her gratitude evident.John shrugged, trying to downplay his concern.
She was coy, clingy and she knew it. He was going to object but she still had to try. John sighed, the corners of his mouth twitching upwards. "Alright, but just until you fall asleep."He returned to her side, pulling up a chair. As he sat down, Evelyn's eyes fluttered open briefly, a small smile playing on her lips."Thank you," she whispered.John nodded, settling into the chair. "Just close your eyes and rest."For a while, the only sound in the room was the soft rhythm of Evelyn's breathing as she slowly drifted off to sleep. John watched her, his thoughts racing. He had always been a man of action, a soldier trained to fight and protect. But sitting here, watching over Evelyn, he felt a different kind of responsibility—one that was new and strangely comforting.His mind wandered to the events that had brought them here, the battles fought, and the lives lost. He thought of Sullivan and the five great families, of the ongoing conflict that seemed to have no end. Yet in thi
"John it's seven am in the morning what are you doing here." She asked with curiosity.John felt his heart beating against his chest very fast. Somehow he didn't want Erica to know that he spent the night in Evelyn's room so she wouldn't misunderstand."I.." He stuttered racking his brains for the right words to say.Erica raised a brow at him waiting for his response.He took a glance at the door and exhaled."Perhaps you spent the night here?" Erica asked with a smile.John's eyes fell wide open and Erica burst into laughter."At this point don't even bother to deny it because your face has already given you away.""Evelyn told me to stay with her for the night that she was scared." John replied.Erica moves forward and placed a hand on his shoulders."I don't think that you owe me an explanation of how to live your life." She smiled."You should get some sleep because it looks like you didn't get any last night." She with a wink.John cleared his throat as his cheeks turns fluste