Chapter 346

Vespera pulled her hand back and settled into the swing. "I'm tired. I'm not walking anymore." Dominic placed the shopping bags aside and moved behind her, gently pushing the swing. Each time it swung back, he caught her, seizing the opportunity to start a conversation. "I went back home for a bit." Vespera instinctively tightened her grip on the ropes. As the swing carried her outward, her mind floated with the motion, unable to find its footing. But just then, Dominic's hand rested at her waist, pulling her back toward him. His voice came softly in her ear, "I told my mom you were scared. I'll make sure she stops sending Nancy to bother you." Vespera looked up at him, her eyes wide with surprise. Dominic leaned down, gently pressing a soft kiss to her furrowed brow. "Don't be scared, just listen to me. "After I spoke with her, my mom told me she had no idea about Nancy's return. It wasn't her decision. Nancy insisted on coming back on her own, and my mom said she couldn't exa