Even in Darkness She Chose to Rise (Tatiana and Jasper) novel Chapter 174

**TITLE: Even the Night Couldn’t Silence Her Light**
**Chapter 174: We’re Going Home**

“You will regret this!” The words hung in the air, thick with tension, as he felt a surge of urgency to reveal the truth to his grandfather. Deep down, he knew it was time to confront the past.

“Jasper?”

“It’s time to go home.”

“Mhm! Okay! Home!” Her voice was bright, a beacon of innocence that lit up the dimness surrounding them. She reached for his hand, her eyes wide and trusting, a reflection of her unwavering dependence on him.

With meticulous care, he instructed his men to gather every single grasshopper they could find, his voice firm but gentle. “Not one should be harmed.” Each creature was precious to him, a symbol of their shared journey. The four-leaf clover, a token of luck, was entrusted to a skilled professional to be encased in resin, transformed into a necklace that he wore close to his heart.

As they made their way back, Tatiana’s exhaustion became evident. She stumbled slightly, her small frame weary from the day’s adventures.

He crouched down, offering a warm smile. “Hop on.”

“Okay!” Without a moment’s hesitation, she scrambled onto his back, her arms wrapping around his neck like a lifeline. He stood tall, his steps steady and sure, cradling her with warmth and protection.

“We’re going home!” he declared, his heart swelling with a mix of pride and joy.

A smile crept onto his lips, one that felt foreign yet right. “Yes, home.”

As they walked, Tatiana succumbed to sleep, her head nestled against him, blissfully unaware of how narrowly she had escaped a fate that loomed ominously close.

Upon their return from the park, a palpable change in Jasper did not go unnoticed by those around him. Felix, his most trusted subordinate, sensed it immediately. The way Jasper looked at Tatiana was transformed; his gaze now held an emotion that had previously been absent—deep, genuine affection.

The guilt that had once clouded Jasper’s feelings had shifted. It was no longer merely about atonement or possession; he had developed real, heartfelt emotions for her.

Felix found himself pondering the implications of this shift. Was it a blessing or a curse?

The grasshoppers were now displayed in an extravagant crystal case, a testament to Jasper’s newfound appreciation for the delicate beauty of life. The clover pendant hung around his neck, a constant reminder of his commitment to her.

Sometimes, during meetings, Felix would catch a glimpse of the grasshoppers, their vibrant colors stark against the sterile office environment, and he couldn’t help but feel a twitch of annoyance.

“Are there any auctions coming up soon?” Jasper’s sudden question cut through Felix’s report like a knife.

He paused, thinking. “There’s a jewelry auction tonight at the Windsville Hotel.”

Jasper considered this for a moment. “Book two tickets.”

“Yes, boss.”

Meanwhile, at the Lowell house, Tatiana was in her own world, blissfully indulging in a small cake, her face radiating pure joy. Lauren watched her, her expression a complex mix of emotions.

The cake was indeed a masterpiece. Delivered early that morning, it had been carefully kept in the fridge, an extravagant creation from a renowned chef overseas, flown in with meticulous care to ensure its freshness. All for a single slice of cake. Was it truly worth it? Just because Tatiana had seen it on television and expressed a fleeting desire, Jasper had orchestrated this grand gesture.

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