Angelica's tears finally fell as she quickly hugged him. At last, feeling the warmth of her body against his again, Aldrian felt a quiet warmth rise in his heart. He was glad that he chose to return now.
He held her close, sensing her body trembling as she cried silently in his embrace. He could feel his chest growing damp from her tears.
He let her cling to him, wrapping one arm around her while his other arm continued to hold Sylvia.
After a few moments, she finally parted her lips.
"Thank heavens you came back safe … thank heavens," she said, her voice trembling.
Aldrian smiled as he gently stroked her long, beautiful golden hair and placed a soft kiss on the top of her head.
"I'm sorry for making you worry. You don't have to anymore. I'm here," he said softly, his voice easing her heart.
Angelica did not respond and simply held him tighter.
