Imprisoned While Pregnant, She's Back for Payback novel Chapter 554

**Keepsake 554**

Henry’s fingers gripped tightly around the edges of the couch as he gazed at Kylie, a storm of disappointment swirling in his eyes.

“Henry!”

Kylie felt a tightening in her chest, an instinctual understanding that he was beginning to soften under her gaze.

Desperate to bridge the chasm that had formed between them, she threw her arms around him, squeezing him tightly as if her embrace could erase the hurt. “I won’t do it again, I promise! I’ll never doubt you again!” Her voice was fervent, laced with sincerity, each word tumbling out in a rush.

When he remained silent, her heart plummeted, dread creeping into her thoughts like a shadow. Then, from above her head, she heard a long, weary sigh that seemed to echo her own turmoil.

“Alright,” he finally replied, guiding her gently to sit on his lap. “I can’t stay angry at you for long.”

His gaze locked onto hers, his voice dropping to a low, persuasive murmur that sent shivers down her spine.

“Kylie, you have to understand something important. Right now, I’m the one who’s closest to you. Who else can you trust if not me?”

Kylie nodded fervently, her heart racing. “I trust you!”

A flicker of satisfaction danced in Henry’s eyes before he masked it with a more serious expression.

He reached out, brushing a loose strand of hair behind her ear, and leaned in closer, inhaling the soft, sweet scent that enveloped her. It was a fragrance that lingered in the air, delicate and enchanting, a stark contrast to Shannon’s overpowering perfume.

Henry’s demeanor softened as he spoke. “Your birthday is coming up soon. I’ll have Nadine help you plan a big party—a real celebration this time.”

Kylie lifted her head from his chest, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “A birthday party? You’re not mad at me anymore?”

Her voice quivered slightly, betraying her lingering uncertainty.

“Such a silly girl,” Henry chuckled, his tone warm and affectionate. “How could I ever stay mad at you?”

In that moment, Kylie’s heart swelled with warmth, a radiant happiness washing over her like sunlight breaking through clouds.

“Alright,” she said softly, a smile blooming on her lips. “I’ll reach out to my family tomorrow and invite them over.”

“Hmm,” Henry nodded, a satisfied smile creeping onto his face.

They embraced in the living room, a picture of a couple wrapped in simple yet profound affection, oblivious to the world around them.

As evening descended upon Evermount Heights, the atmosphere shifted.

“Tess…” Lachlan’s fingers clutched the edge of Tess’s sleeve, his blue eyes wide with desperation. “Can I not leave?”

“No.”

Tess shook her head firmly, brushing his hand away with a decisive motion that left no room for argument.

“I-I won’t fight him anymore,” he murmured, his voice barely a whisper as he bit his lip, lowering his head in defeat. His tousled hair fell across his face, obscuring his expression from her view. “I’ll listen to you from now on.”

When he finally dared to look up, his blue eyes glimmered with an urgency that mirrored the depths of a troubled lake, full of unspoken fears.

Tess sank onto the couch, gently taking Layla from Bessie’s arms, her heart heavy with the weight of the moment. She looked at Lachlan and shook her head resolutely. “No. I told you last time. You have to go today.”

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