Vincent’s heart raced as he rushed to Katelyn, catching her just before she collapsed.

He knelt beside her, lifting her gently and wiping the blood from her face. Holding her close, he hurried out of the basement, pausing at the door to glance back at Cormac’s lifeless body, lying still behind them.

“Dump him in the sea,” Vincent commanded coldly.

“Got it,” Jaxen replied, signaling to his men.

They quickly understood, unhooking Cormac’s body from the chains and tossing him overboard without a second thought. Out at sea, it was the easiest way to dispose of a body.

Jaxen let out a sigh, a twinge of regret weighing on him. Katelyn had acted decisively, but letting that scoundrel die so easily felt like too lenient a punishment.

When Katelyn woke up, the sky outside was pitch black, the only light coming from a bright moon.

She sat up and glanced around, recognizing the black-and-white decor of the room. It was Vincent’s home.

Before she could fully recall what had happened, Vincent walked in. He brought her a glass of warm milk and, in a slightly hoarse voice, said, “You’re awake. Drink some milk first.”

Katelyn felt the warmth of the glass in her hands and, a bit puzzled, asked, “When did we leave the yacht?”

Vincent settled into a chair nearby and explained gently, “Three hours ago. You were still unconscious, so I brought you back.”

Katelyn nodded thoughtfully, sipping the milk slowly.

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“The resort project is crucial. Will what I did cause problems for you?”

Katelyn had asked Vincent this before, but the worry still lingered. She didn’t want to interfere with his work. Although she trusted Vincent to handle Cormac’s body, she wasn’t sure how others might use the situation against him.

“If I can’t secure the resort project, I’ll make sure it falls apart.” Vincent’s voice gently broke through her thoughts. “I’ll handle everything. Just focus on resting.”

Katelyn placed the empty glass on the table and slowly shook her head. “I’m feeling much better now. I should head back to my place. I don’t want to be a burden.”

Vincent’s place had only one master bedroom, and the guest room didn’t even have a bed. If she stayed, Vincent would have to sleep on the couch, and it didn’t feel right for them to stay under the same roof alone.

As Katelyn started to get up, Vincent gently stopped her. “The doctor said the medication hasn’t fully worn off. You need someone to look after you. So, you have two options: stay here, or I’ll go with you to your place.”

Katelyn was taken aback. She had planned to leave to avoid any awkward situations, but staying here didn’t seem much different from going back to her own place with him tagging along.

Katelyn hesitated before speaking. “But if I stay, you’ll be stuck sleeping on the couch.”

“It’s okay,” Vincent replied. “I have work to do tonight, so you can rest.” He took the empty glass and headed toward the door, turning back to her. “Call me if you need anything. Sleep well.”

His tall silhouette cast a long shadow in the moonlight pouring through the window. The soft glow of the moonlight made his gaze gentle, like a warm breeze.

Katelyn smiled gently. “You should get some rest too after you’re done with your work. Goodnight.”

“Will do,” Vincent said with a smile, closing the door behind him.

He rarely slept at home, often spending his nights at the office. The place, usually cold and empty, now felt warmer with Katelyn there. Vincent’s study was just on the other side of the wall from where Katelyn was resting.

His desk was stacked with documents waiting for his approval, but Vincent couldn’t concentrate on a single word. Rubbing his temples, he found his thoughts drifting back to Katelyn. Her laughter, her gestures, and the sparkle in her eyes filled his mind.

Vincent pressed his hand to his chest. For the first time, he felt his heart racing.

Taking a deep breath, he realized he could no longer ignore his feelings for her.

The next morning, Katelyn’s scream suddenly echoed through the luxurious villa, startling everyone.

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