Lock You In My Heart novel Chapter 480

"Gabrielle, Shh... it's me."

Hearing the familiar voice, Gabrielle began to calm down. The man's breath fanning her was recognizable, and how could she forget the way she fit in his arms?

It was her husband, Westley.

She couldn't believe he snuck into the village at this hour. What was he thinking?

"Wes..."

"Shh! Don't say anything, Gabrielle. Let me take a close look at you," he whispered in her ear and held her tightly.

Gabrielle blushed, feeling Westley's warm hand on her cheeks. The moon shone through the window, illuminating Gabrielle's face clearly.

"You've gotten thinner..." She could see the worried look on his face.

After a short pause, Gabrielle shook her head. "I'm fine, please don't worry. Come closer. It's dangerous talking by the window."

Gabrielle brought him over to the bedside and let him sit. Then she pulled the curtains down, making sure to check there was no one outside. She carefully approached the man and couldn't take her eyes off him.

They'd only been separated for a few days, yet she felt as if a century had passed.

After falling in love with Westley, she wanted to stay by his side and never leave him. That was when she understood what people mean when they say "days feel like years."

Gabrielle was worried. They could get in trouble if anyone found out that Westley had come. "Why... why did you come here? It's not safe. This is Bain's territory. If someone catches you..."

Before she could say anything more, Westley shushed her with a finger to her lips. "I know. That's why I came...I was worried about you, Gabrielle. And I'm sorry for being late..."

"Westley..."

"Are you okay in there, Gabrielle?" Lance suddenly knocked from outside, startling them both.

"Of course, Lance. I just have to go to the bathroom." She took Westley's hand and headed inside the bathroom. To avoid suspicion, she turned on the light and let the water run.

The light was brighter this time, and they could see each other's faces clearer now.

"Okay, just call me if anything happens, Gabrielle." Lance reminded her.

"Alright, Lance." Gabrielle turned off the water.

"Gabrielle, something just happened in the forest; I'll go take a look. Please stay in your room and don't leave; don't open the door for anyone. Okay?" Lance sounded worried, which meant the commotion outside could be serious.

"What happened, Lance?" Gabrielle felt uneasy. She clasped his hand tighter and looked at Westley. She was afraid it had something to do with him.

But Westley didn't show a hint of worry.

He was dressed in all black with a black hood, blending easily into the night. It was going to be difficult to find him.

When he came in, the sky was cloudy enough to hide the moonlight. He didn't waste any time and took advantage of the short moment. After that, he climbed up the room.