The Unwavering Heart That Broke (Nathalie and Lance) novel Chapter 596

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Nathalie stared at him in sheer disbelief, then let out a sharp scoff. "Lance, are you hiding something from me? Rushing me onto a helicopter in the dead of night—are you afraid I'll find something out?"

Hearing her accusation, Lance raised an eyebrow, his dark gaze locking onto hers. "What could I possibly hide from you now? The past issues were misunderstandings. I've learned my lesson, and I won't make the same mistake twice."

Nathalie crossed her arms. "This is about Damaris, isn't it? Have you found out where she is? You made some kind of deal with Lawrence, which is why you refuse to tell me or Bagot."

She was terrifyingly sharp, piecing the truth together with near-perfect accuracy.

Lance mentally applauded her. His Nathalie had truly grown.

But he couldn't confirm it.

This was about her safety.

Since he had made a deal, he was bound by its terms.

Besides, Damaris was safe in Lawrence's hands. Lawrence was obsessively devoted to her; he would never allow her to be harmed.

But Lance couldn't explain any of that to Nathalie right now.

"I really don't know where Damaris is. Bagot hasn't fully recovered yet, and I won't let him risk his life. Going overseas right now is a death sentence," Lance said, his tone perfectly even.

He looked at her softly. "Nathalie, I truly just want to take you out to relax. We've been through so much lately, and you've been on edge for too long. We need a break. Because once we get back, there's no telling what we'll have to face."

Her heart sank at his words. Waiting for her back home was Sylvie Winter.

The cherished daughter of an unimaginably powerful, clandestine family.

Could she actually win against someone like that?

She lowered her gaze, suddenly feeling that he had a point.

Since they were already here, she might as well enjoy the present.

After all, her chances against Sylvie were slim. It would be a damn shame to die before experiencing the good things in life.