Arthur listened to her call and walked to her side. It seemed like she's trying to reduce the damage of Lord Lockhart's announcement.
She doesn't have hope that it will turn well, right? Iris... You might want to face the consequences of your actions, but I won't let you suffer. It's a promise.
"Take a nap,Iris" he picked her up from the couch and placed her on the bed.
Talia didn't protest his actions. He was warm, just being out of shower and he had nothing on, except the towel around his waist. She leaned on his chest that was firm like a rock and his chest hairs tingled her ears as her cheeks got warmed by his warmth.
"Lie with me," she held his hand after he gently placed her in the bed. Her mind was entirely fatigued as she pondered over various possibilities. "Don't leave me, Fred." she gripped his hand tighter and her voice shook.
