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She cried the whole night in his embrace as he continued to coax her with soothing and motivating words.

And finally, it was time to say goodbye.

Emma was not able to bring herself together. The thought that he might never come back haunted her heart and soul.

He cupped her cheeks in his large hand before he softly wiped her tears with his thumb. She leaned her face into his hands and cupped them with her small ones. She kissed his palm affectionately, making his own heart constrict inside his chest.

"You've to be strong." He said, making her nod as she croaked out in a small broken voice. "I'm trying."

Pulling her to him, he kissed her. The kiss was hungry, sweet, and gentle at the same as he took his time to devour her and made her breathless. They both breathed heavily as he kissed her forehead before grabbing her hand in his large one as they walked out of the room and into the lounge where his men stood all ready.

Silvia was hugging Ethan and crying while saying goodbye and