Chapter 130 - 131
Elodie’s pov~
Liora didn’t want the bodyguard.
She pouted, her bottom lip trembling just slightly, and latched onto my arm. "Mom..."
That voice. That look... In the past, it would’ve worked. Every single time. I would’ve melted, rearranged my plans, stayed as long as she wanted.
But not today.
I gently unwound her fingers from my sleeve and took a step back. "I really do have something important to take care of, sweetheart. We’ll spend more time together next time, okay?"
Her eyes widened. She wasn’t used to hearing me say no.
I kept my expression calm, my brow slightly furrowed to show I meant it.
She studied my face for a moment, probably trying to figure out if she could push harder. But when she saw I wasn’t budging, her shoulders slumped.
"Alright then..." she mumbled, her voice small and disappointed.
I crouched down and kissed her forehead. "Be good. The bodyguard will take care of you."
She nodded reluctantly, and I stood, giving the bodyguard a few quick instructions before heading to my car.