Chapter 873 This Could Be Our Last Time

Ashley frowned slightly. Was she imagining things, or had William changed somehow? His usually cold, indifferent gaze had softened, as if the sharp edges had been worn away. He was now gentle and serene, almost peaceful, as though nothing fazed him anymore. "What's going on?" she asked, her voice low. William explained in a measured tone and laid out his plans methodically. Ashley listened, her wariness turning to confusion, then shock. By the time he finished, all she could do was sigh, the complexity of her emotions was evident. Ashton, who had been listening in silence, couldn't hold back any longer. Her eyes reddened as tears welled up. ... It was 10.30 PM when they left Pearl Bay. The cool night air hit William, triggering another bout of coughing. Ashton quickly opened the car door. "Mr. Middleton." William hesitated, then reached for his phone and sent Emelie a message. "Do you need me tonight?" Her reply came quickly. Though her text was short, he could sense the moc