Chapter 26

In that fleeting moment of distraction, someone nearby spotted them and raised their phone to snap a picture. Alexander's eyes hardened. Without hesitation, he walked to the Maybach and carefully settled Blair into the back seat. He handed her a blanket and whispered, "Wait here for me." When he returned and opened the door, he found Blair curled up with her knees pulled in. She had already drifted off, her head leaning against the window. A flicker of surprise crossed his face, followed by a soft chuckle. The sternness in his eyes gradually faded. Blair appeared utterly oblivious to any threat. Was she not afraid that he might be capable of harming her? Suddenly, the blanket slipped from her shoulders and fell to the floor. Thunder rumbled overhead. Blair trembled, her brows knitting together in distress. She muttered something under her breath, her voice thick with sobs. Alexander watched quietly for a moment before settling down beside her. He leaned in, straining to hear he