The door was abruptly flung open, revealing a travel-weary Declan. Trish blinked, then blinked again in disbelief.

"Trish..."

The man approached, so close that Trish could feel the aura emanating from him.

Still dazed, she tumbled into Declan's arms the next moment.

The scent of the man and the firmness of his chest finally made Trish realize this wasn't a dream — it was really Declan!

Declan had truly come to Qeaslouver.

"Cat got your tongue?" Declan released Trish, amused by her continued bewilderment.

Trish still couldn't believe her eyes.

"How can you be here? Didn't you agree..."

Declan chuckled: "Agree to be with Diplomat Hubbard and his daughter?"

Trish's...