Chapter 653 This was the bedroom in the apartment she rented with Domenic.
The familiar scent and the recognizable furnishings provided a sense of comfort and ease. Recalling, she realized she had seen Domenic just before she blacked out.
Just then, the door swung open, and Domenic's tall figure swiftly cinto Lindsey's view.
Upon seeing Lindsey waking up, Domenic hurried to her bedside, squatting down and gently clasping her hand. "Linds, are you feeling better?" A weak nod escaped Lindsey as her gaze met Domenic's strikingly handsface, a sight that captivated her. She had resigned herself to the belief that she would never lay eyes on him again.
The realization triggered a subtle twitch of Lindsey's nose.
Without hesitation, she threw herself into Domenic's arms, embracing his neck firmly.
Reciprocating the fervor, Domenic cradled Lindsey in his arms as if fearing she might vanish should he release her.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"There, you're safe now," Domenic whispered, tenderly caressing Lindsey's back.
Lindsey was overcwith emotion and buried her head into his arms, seeking solace in his warmth and rhythmic heartbeat.
It was as if this tangible connection affirmed her existence.
"Why didn't you discuss such a crucial matter withand decide on your own?" Despite the undertone of reproach, Domenic's words maintained their gentleness.
Letting go of her hold, Lindsey met Domenic's stern gaze with tear-filled eyes, resembling a remorseful child. Domenic, pressing her shoulders, spoke with a seriousness that underscored his concern.
"Do you realize the peril you placed yourself in tonight? If I had arrived just a second later, something terrible could have happened to you.
The situation was equally risky as the tof the fire broke out.
Why do you consistently act by yourself, placing yourself in harm's way? Have you thought about your safety and my feelings before diving into these situations?" "I'm sorry.
" Lindsey's head hung low as the words escaped her lips.
Domenic's eyes deepened in emotion, and he tenderly pulled her into his arms.
His voice, hoarse and resonant, whispered, "I can't imagine a life without you.
"I'm so sorry.
" Lindsey embraced him tenderly, her words seemingly inadequate for the moment.
In truth, Lindsey had contemplated the worst outcome.
Yet, even with that awareness, she felt compelled to proceed with her plans.
She never considered herself irreplaceable.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmIf something were to happen, Domenic might suffer for a while.
But with time, he could eventually find happiness again.
Yet, Lindsey couldn't abandon the pursuit of justice for her mother.
Failure to take revenge would haunt her with regret and self hatred m regret anven forever. It was tfor her to settle the score with Kendra.
At that moment, Lindsey's phone rang.
She took it up and saw that it was her brother, Leonel, calling.
"Answer it.
He's been trying to reach you for a while now," Domenic advised, his eves fixed on the caller's name. Lindsey quickly answered the phone, saying, "Hello, Leonel.
"
"Linds, why haven't you been picking up? What was the voice message you sentearlier about?" Leonel's tone carried an undercurrent of entearlier about? anxiety.