Her tears are his weakness novel

Cynthia kopt calling out to Matthew , but the door to the hospital room was slammed shut , leaving only her trembling voice echoing in the air .

Samantha waited until she was sure Mather had left before stepping out of the bathroom .

She rushed over to Cynthias bedside , her heart tightening at the sight of her grandmothers tear- Theygen mask had sipped slightly , and she hurriedly adjusted it before gently patting Cynthias chest to help her breathe easier .

Calm down , Grandma Your health comes Erst .

Samantha..youre here too .

Yeah , I got here earlier than Dad , but I didnt want to disturb you while you were testing The designs_You must keep them safe ..

I will .

Samantha promised , her tone firm with determination .

She stayed by Cynthias side , soothing hertil she gradually calmed down .

Once Cynthia fell asleep , Samantha left the hospital .

Samantha had always believed the designs were sofe at Cynthias house after all , she was the one holding the key .

But after hearing what Matthew had said earlier , an ease settled in her chest .

What if he found the safe and managed to break it open ? She couldnt take that risk .

The only way to be wore was to retrieve the herself .

Samantha hailed arab to Cynthias house , a charming two story villa with a small courtyard .

Cynthia had always loved crabapple blossoms , and though Novembers chill had set in , a few lingering Blowers still clung to the branches The house and garden we well maintained , kept spotless by caretakers who came by regularly , Samantha went straight upstairs , found the safe , and reloved the designs .

These were Cynthias lifes work three thick notebooks , each page meticulously preserved in proteclve sleeves .

Cynthia had poured her heart and soul into every single drawing on this Samanthu carefully placed the designs in her backpack and left the villa .

But the moment she stepped outside , froze .

Several black sedan were parked at the entrance , their uminous prosence making her pulse quickon .

She instantly realized something was wrong and turned to head to the back door However , before she could make a run for it , the back door swing open .

Matthew stood there , leaning lazily against the frame , a smirk playing on his lips .

have both covered Whats wrong ? Why arent you running ? Instinctively , Samanthas grip on her bag tightened .

Her mind raced How was she going to get out of this ? Wheres that old hags designs ? I dont know Do you really think Id buy that ? I have no idea what kind of spell youve cast on that old hag , but I cant believe she actually ly chose to gi I dont know what youre talking about Cut the crap .

Hand them over , or dont say I didnt wain you ! to give something so important to an outsider like you The moment the bodyguard turned away , Samantha seized the opportunity to slip through à p gp batween them and bolted toward the front gate .

Samantha bit her lip before saying , Fine Ill tell you .

Theyre upstairs in the storage to find them you Matthew shot a glance at one of his bodyguards .

Godbeck Matthews expression darkened in an instant .

Get hieil Dont let her pet away ? The guards sprang into action , chasing after her .

Samantha wasnt a match for them these men were trained professionals .

She barely made it past the ghen belop one of them caught up to her , twisting her arm and forcing her to the ground Pain shot through her as her laser slammed against the uneven stone paths she sucked in a sharp breath , biting back anty- Mattiwwsaanden eduvik , crouching down in front of her .

He reached out and slapped her face rundescendingly .

Did you really think you could outsmart me ? How cute .

Now , be a good glil and hand over the designs ! Chapter 45