Chapter 89

However, before she could even step inside, a small figure darted out of the villa and ran straight toward the car. Jeremy’s tiny arms wrapped around her legs as he beamed up at her. “Auntie, auntie! Are you done with work?” His bright eyes sparkled with excitement. “Uncle prepared a lot of delicious food and said he wanted to celebrate for you!” Sloane blinked, taken aback. “Celebrate… for me?” The boy nodded enthusiastically. “He said you were very brave today!” Sloane’s chest softened. She hadn’t realized how hungry she was until that very moment, not just for food, but for a little kindness. She smiled faintly, brushing a hand through Jeremy’s soft hair. “Alright,” she murmured, “let’s go eat before your uncle finishes everything.” Hand in hand, they walked toward the villa. Dinner was quiet but strangely comforting. Dominic’s calm presence lingered even when he didn’t speak, and Jeremy’s laughter filled the spaces Sloane didn’t know had gone empty. But the peace didn’t last. Her p