Chapter 182

"Addison," I began, my voice quivering with an underlying urgency. "Please, promise me that you'll keep Adele safe. Watch over her with everything you have. I can't bear the thought of anything happening to her."

Addison's voice was calm but laced with determination as she reassured me, promising to be vigilant and provide Adele with the utmost care and protection. I clung to her words, finding solace in the knowledge that she was there, acting as a shield between Adele and the dangers that lurked in the shadows.

As I hung up the phone, a mix of fear and resolve coursed through my veins. The threat to our family was real, but I refused to let it overpower me. I would do whatever it took to keep Adele safe, to shield her from the darkness that threatened to consume us.

With each step I took towards securing Adele's well-being, a flicker of determination burned brighter within me. I would face the challenges that lay ahead, confront Tristan head-on, and ensure that Adele could grow up i