Watching You Burn In Regret novel Chapter 150

He rested his chin gently on her hair, his hand softly caressing her cheek, his eyes warm as he spoke.

"If you really want to go, then close your eyes and get some sleep."

Seren couldn't see Lennon's face, but she didn't dare look up—afraid of having another awkward moment like the last time, when she'd accidentally brushed against his lips. His voice, low and soothing, drifted to her ears like someone comforting a child, so gentle it was impossible not to fall for it.

Without thinking, Seren pressed her head against Lennon's arm, the steady beat of his heart in his chest somehow making everything feel safe, as if it had the power to calm her instantly.

She obediently closed her eyes. Darkness enveloped her, but she felt completely at peace—a kind of peace that comes only from being cared for.

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At the same time.

Seaside City. The Mountain Retreat.

A soft, hesitant knock sounded at the door. Swain, hunched over his desk, snapped back to reality, his eyes lighting up. Seren had always knocked just like that—timidly, careful not to disturb him. Was she back?

Swain jumped to his feet and hurried to the door, anticipation bright on his face.

But standing on the other side was Carla, her hair in twin braids, wearing a white knit dress under a pale blue coat, her eyes clear and bright.

The hope faded from Swain's face, replaced by a flash of disappointment.

Not Seren.

He quickly hid his feelings, smoothing his features into a polite smile. "Carla, what's up?"

Carla was sensitive—she'd caught the change in his eyes, and bit her lip in secret. Still, she kept her innocent, sweet smile as she spoke softly.

"Big brother, I have a golf tournament tomorrow. Will you come and cheer me on?"

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