After a moment, he set down his coffee and approached her. Tenderly, he enveloped her in a hug, reassuring her in a gentle tone, “It's all my fault. I won't let you down again.”

Olivia nestled against his chest.

The night was silent as they embraced each other, listening to the rain and wind beyond.

In the quiet moment, a servant knocked on the door and said, “Miss Evans, Mr. Wright, Mr. Evans is not feeling well and has a fever. The driver is bringing the car over to take him to the hospital."

Olivia was taken aback.