Chapter 164

Following Jack Brooks' gaze, both Oliver and Serena turned to look toward the shore. The dock was packed, and standing smack in the middle was Matthew, his eyes locked onto them, cold and intense. The yacht hadn’t even fully docked when Serena leapt off, uncaring of the seawater soaking her clothes. She ran straight to Matthew, throwing her arms around his waist. He felt a little thinner than yesterday. Burying her face into Matthew’s solid chest, she shut her eyes, soaking in his warmth and heartbeat. For the first time, she felt genuinely safe again. When she was shoved into the ocean last night, she thought she’d never see him again. She regretted not cherishing every second with him when she had the chance. If she made it out alive, she swore she’d give him everything, even a child. After what felt like forever, Matthew finally wrapped his arms around her shoulders, never once taking his eyes off Oliver. Around them, whispers started up—questions and gossip about the Quinns’ wife s