The Ninth Bride (Samantha and Finley) novel Chapter 261

Chapter 261 Is This a Threat?
"But if we had let Finley prepare for both the best and worst-case scenarios in advance, then even if something truly happened to Samantha, he wouldn't be so devastated, right?"

Emily considered Elias' words, finding their wisdom compelling. "What you said does sound reasonable."

He replied with a hint of pride, "Of course! I used to be a psychologist."

She could only remain silent.

It was no wonder she often felt as though her brother could see right through her soul.

…

In the front courtyard, Daphne and Edward stood by Finley, offering words of comfort as he struggled with his worry.

"Mr. Dean, don't worry. Mrs. Dean will be just fine."

Edward added his voice of reassurance, "Yes, Mr. Dean, try not to fret. Mrs. Dean assured me she would return as soon as she finished her errands."

"Mr. Dean, why don't we give it another half hour? If Mrs. Dean hasn't come back by then, Edward and I will go with you to look for her."

Finley checked the time. It was already around 7:30 p.m. This was typically when Samantha would return home. She always made it a point to send a message or call if there were any delays. But tonight, there had been no message or any call, leading him to believe that something had gone awry.

Determined to find her, Finley climbed into his car and drove away from the courtyard.

Daphne, filled with concern, called out, "Mr. Dean, your leg has just healed. Please drive carefully at this late hour."