The Heiress He Underestimated novel Chapter 73

The Heiress He Underestimated

Chapter 73 Because You’re Mine

The ride back to the cliff house felt longer than it actually was. Elera sat pressed against Drakonius’s side, their hands still locked together, and tried to process everything that had just happened. The rich women with their fake smiles and real venom. Her father, drunk and desperate, grabbing at her like she was a life raft in his sinking ship. And Xan, standing there in the lights like some kind of movie villain, making sure they knew he was watching.

The bracelet on her wrist pulsed softly, a steady rhythm that matched Drakonius’s heartbeat. She could see his vitals on the tiny display if she tilted her wrist just right. Elevated heart rate but not dangerously so. Blood pressure higher than she’d like but not critical. He was stressed, angry and exhausted. But he was holding it together.

When they finally pulled through the gates of the compound, Elera felt something in her chest unclench. They were home, safe. Their fortress.

Frost met them at the door, his face grim. “Full sweep of the perimeter. Nothing. If Valdris has people watching us, they’re staying outside the property line. For now.”

“Keep the watch doubled,” Drakonius said, his voice rough with exhaustion. “I want to know if a bird lands wrong on the cliff.”

“Already done, sir.” Frost hesitated. “The fire at the hotel. It was definitely arson. It was very professional. Quick burn but no real damage, just enough to trigger the safety systems and shut down that elevator. Someone who knew exactly what they were doing.”

“He’s escalating,” Elera said quietly. “Not just watching anymore. He’s actively interfering.”

“Let him try,” Drakonius said, but his hand on his cane was shaking now. The adrenaline that had carried him through the evening was wearing off, leaving behind the reality of his body’s limits.

Elera made a decision. “Frost, we’re good for tonight. Thank you. Simon, I need you in the medical suite in twenty minutes.”

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