《TANGLED BETWEEN BROTHERS 》全部章節：第 151 章 - 第 160 章

Nicole's POV I didn’t realize when the silence between us shifted.Frank hadn’t said much since he woke up. Even now, hours later, he still looked like he hadn’t fully come back to himself. His eyes were clearer, yes—but there was something else in them now.I watched him from across the small hospital waiting area, my fingers wrapped loosely around a cup of coffee that had long gone cold.He hadn’t touched his tea.“Frank…” I called softly.He didn’t respond immediately.His gaze was fixed somewhere ahead, distant, like he was replaying something over and over again in his head.Then finally, he exhaled.A long, tired breath and looked at me.“You need to go home to rest properly and refresh yourself.” I told him.The message I received still played in my head but I didn't want to bring it up, it was not the right time.Frank leaned back slightly in his chair, dragging a hand over his face.For a moment, I thought he wouldn’t answer.“We don’t have time to sit around,” he said. His

The car ride was quiet at first, and I couldn’t help but notice how Nicole’s fingers drummed lightly against her thigh. I stole glances at her from the corner of my eye, her lips curved in that subtle, thoughtful smile she always carried when she was lost in her own world.“Where are we going?” she asked, her voice teasing despite the curiosity that danced behind her eyes.“Somewhere you’ll like,” I said casually, keeping my tone light. “It’s a surprise.”She leaned back in her seat, eyes narrowing playfully. “A surprise? Adrian, I don’t do surprises well.”I chuckled. “Then you’re in for a test tonight.”She smirked, letting her fingers rest over mine briefly. “You’re enjoying this too much.”“I am,” I admitted, brushing her hand with my thumb. “But only because you’re going to love it.”Her eyes flickered with something mischievous, like she was challenging me silently, daring me to see if I could actually pull it off.“Fine,” she said, leaning back, letting the tension ease. “I tr

Third Person's POV The dim light of Leo’s office cast long shadows across the walls, making the room feel smaller than it actually was.Frank paced back and forth, his hands clenching and unclenching. Leo sat behind his desk.“Frank,” Leo said finally, his voice calm but edged with urgency. “We can’t wait any longer. Things are moving faster than we expected.”Frank stopped mid-step, letting out a bitter laugh. “Of course boss. What do you need me to do?”“I want to know what Adrian did that changed Hargreaves mind and also what information have you gathered?” Leo informed, as he picked up a cigarette.Frank nodded. “I will get right to it.” He passed Leo a lighter then continued. “As for the Ryder family, I found out that Liam might have a girlfriend named Anna James, and she's pregnant.”“Interesting.” Leo lit his cigarette. “But what about the girl called Nicole?”Frank's chest tightened instantly.“Nicole is not someone we should waste our time on, and I haven't even heard anyth

I couldn’t imagine how much she must have suffered, how alone she must have felt to get to that point.I leaned closer, brushing a strand of hair from her damp forehead. “You’re okay, I promise. You’re going to be okay. Just hang on a little longer…” My voice cracked, She blinked, clearly struggling to focus, and I could see the panic beginning to creep back into her expression. I squeezed her hand tighter. “Hey… look at me. You’re not alone. Not now. I’m right here. Just breathe, okay? In… and out. Slow. You’re safe.”Her lips trembled, and I brushed them gently with my thumb. “We’re going to get through this.”Zara’s eyes searched mine, the raw vulnerability in them making my chest ache. “I… I don’t know what came over me…”“It doesn’t matter right now,” I said softly, keeping my tone steady. “What matters is that you’re not facing this alone anymore.”The room was quiet except for the faint beeping of the monitors.I continued to observe her closely, noticing the subtle rise and

Third Person's POV Ethan took over watching Zara the moment Nicole left to get snacks Zara’s eyes glistened, brimming with tears Her lower lip trembled, and he could see the panic and regret burning behind her teary eyes. “I… I was so lost… I didn’t… I didn’t know what to do…”Ethan leaned even closer, his voice dropping to a gentle, trembling murmur. “I get it, okay? I understand. But you can’t go like that—like you were about to. I can’t… I won’t let you.”She flinched slightly, tears slipping down her cheeks as she whispered again, “I hurt you… I hurt you so much with my words and actions. I was awful, Ethan. I…”He shook his head firmly, his thumb stroking her cheek, eyes filled with raw emotion. “Don’t you dare say that. You don’t get to punish yourself this way. None of that matters anymore. What matters is that you’re here, alive, and I’m not letting go. Not now, not ever.”Her shoulders shook, and she tried to speak again, only to choke on the words. He reached out, grippin