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Joy's spontaneous intervention tipped the scales decisively in Eric's favor.
“Hadley...” Eric pressed his advantage gently, recognizing the pivotal moment. “Please consider it. It's merely an
interim solution. When I've resolved the complications within the Scott family...” he paused meaningfully, “I'll
secure a fresh start for both of you elsewhere.” The stark reality remained that Millland Road had ceased to be a
viable residence for them.
Beyond its aging infrastructure, the neighborhood offered neither privacy nor security measures necessary for
their circumstances. Hadley’s burgeoning career in entertainment had already garnered attention, and her
ascending popularity would only intensify scrutiny moving forward.
Hadley cradled Joy against her chest, her mind a labyrinth of conflicting considerations. After what seemed an
eternity, she inclined her head in acceptance. “Alright,” she conceded quietly.
Pragmatism also guided her decision—Cordell would proceed regardless of her objections. More compelling was
the genuine fear that had taken root within her... Even the most remote threat was sufficient motivation to shield
Joy from experiencing another moment of terror.
“Hadley...” Unmistakable elation transformed Eric's features, erasing the lines of concern that had previously
dominated his expression. His transparent delight provoked a frown from Hadley, disquiet settling like a stone in
her chest.
“One more thing...” Eric’s tone shifted as a new consideration surfaced. “Regarding your professional
commitments...”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“Are you askingto abandon my career?” Hadley questioned, apprehension evident in her voice. She
hesitated. “The production is already underway. Withdrawing at this juncture would be unprofessional and
potentially damaging.”
In his perfect scenario, Eric would have preferred her complete withdrawal from public life—yet Hadley’s evident
commitment to her profession made coercion impossible—and inadvisable.
“Letpropose an alternative...” Eric deliberated briefly before continuing, “I'll appoint a female security
specialist to remain in your proximity at all times. Your responsibility will be to remain within her visual field
without exception.”
The gravity in his voice intensified as he underscored the point, “I mean this literally—at all times, including
during private moments in bathrooms.”
The deadly seriousness of his stipulation registered clearly with Hadley. She wasn’t about to let stubbornness
override her sense of self-preservation. With solemn comprehension, she nodded her assent to these non-
negotiable conditions.
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“However...” she ventured, another concern emerging. Reservations lingered in Hadley’s expression. “If we
move to Olisvale Bay, wouldn't such an arrangement necessitate cohabitation with Ferris?”
“Don’t worry.” Eric's immediate response revealed his grasp of her apprehension. “I share your aversion to him.
We'll occupy the southern wing of the estate. That villa stands completely detached from the main residence,
with an extensive garden serving as a natural barrier. It maintains a private entrance—we’d need to actively
pursue an encounter to cross paths with him.”
This arrangement seemed considerably more tolerable. Hadley released a breath she hadn't realized she'd been
holding, the tension across her shoulders easing marginally.
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