Chapter 271. Hurdles

Proserpina

Schwartz was the one who suggested that we should ask about in the local areas. He wanted to accompany me but I firmly insisted that he should rest a while more.

‘” Dear James,’ I said, kissing his cheek, ‘You are my very best friend and I would trust you with my life a million times over. ’Then, straightening up, I smiled and went on,

‘But for that, I need you alive and intact.’

His eyes held a faraway, wistful look but he roared with laughter and held my hand, giving it a small squeeze before nodding.

‘Go ahead, then, little lady.’

And turning to Phillippe who stood, hands in his jean pocket, he added,

‘I trust this young man. He will take care of you.’

The young boy immediately thrust his chest out, glowing, feeling self-important.

I giggled.

“ Seriously, James! I am old enough to look after myself!’

But his eyes were grave as he said,

‘Take care.’