Chapter 69 - Conversation

Eleanor's P.O.V

When we arrived at Daniel's bedroom, he placed me gently on the bed and went to lock the door. For a moment, we were sitting on the bed there in silence, catching our breaths and listening for any sounds of danger.

Finally, Daniel turned to me with a small smile on his face. "We're safe here," he said. "No one will be able to infiltrate this place."

I felt a weight lift off my shoulders. It is safe here.

Even as a notorious killer known throughout the kingdom I would still get shaken up from such a small common incident that occurred a moment back.

Daniel noticed my unease and took my hand, giving it a gentle squeeze. "Don't worry, Eleanor," he said softly. "I won't let anything happen to you."

I looked up at him, feeling grateful for his words. "Thank you," I whispered, feeling the warmth of his hand on mine.

We sat there for a while longer, just holding hands and enjoying the moment of peace. It was a rare moment of calm in my life, and I savored it.

Suddenly, a knoc