Chapter 712

"Just sit back and wait." Gideon's words to Hazel were concise, yet they held the weight of a mountain's assurance.

Hazel had been compelled to return to Willow Garden to rest, but her mind was too agitated to find solace.

"We spent today at the shore together. He confided many things to me. He said as long as I'm happy, he'll be at ease," Hazel sat by the bedside, hugging her knees, tears welling