Chapter 37: Aunt's Advice

A few days had passed.

So far, Lily has endured sleeping without Lucas beside her, partly because the man was so busy. He was either working in the study until two or three in the morning or sleeping in his office lounge. Lucas had explained to her and Aiden that he was chasing a deadline.

It did not mean, however, that Lily was resting well. She had formed bags under her eyes, and she would not have had any rest last night if not for her decision to stay in Aiden's room.

Whenever Lucas worked late at the office, Lily offered to remain with him for protection, but the man insisted it could be done once Gunner arrived. He said, "Aiden is more important. I am safe here in the office."

It took longer for Gunner to relocate because the soldier visited his parents before flying to Rose Hills. Gunner understood his new assignment was meant for long term.

After putting Aiden to sleep, Lily went to the villa's security room.

Lucas had set up five computer screens, two LED screens, a