Page 69 of The Shadow

Eventually, we turn to leave, and as we walk back to the car, I feel a profound sense of closure. The weight of the past seems to lift, replaced by a hopeful anticipation for the future.

As we drive home, I turn to Harvey, my heart brimming with love for the man who has brought so much light into my life. “Harvey,” I begin, my voice steady and sure, “I’m ready—ready to let go of my past. Ready to close that chapter. I don’t want our future tainted by these bitter memories.”

Harvey’s eyes flicker with emotion, and he reaches over to take my hand, his grip warm and reassuring. “I’m so glad to hear that, Aspen,” he says softly. “I promise you, our future will be filled with love and happiness. We’ll build a beautiful life together.”

I nod, feeling the truth of his words deep in my soul. With Harvey by my side, I know that I can face anything. The road ahead is bright, and I’m ready to embrace whatever comes our way.

As we pull into our building’s garage, it feels like a symbol of the new beginning we’re about to embark on.

“Most importantly,” he says, his hand reaching for mine, “is that nobody,” his eyes grow dark, his grip tightening, “and I mean nobody will ever tear you from me.”

Hand in hand, we walk inside, leaving the shadows of the past behind us.

Curious where it all started? Read Jameson and Blaire’s delicious enemies to lovers story in The Protector.

I’ve been to hell and back during my time in the Special Forces.

But only one woman has brought me to my knees, and I was just hired to protect her.