Chapter 20

The cool, damp breeze of Elarin greeted Trisha as she stepped out of the airport, wearily rubbing her temples. Before her eyes could fully adjust to the dim lightning, a familiar voice reached her. "Trisha, over here." Naomi stood beside a black car, waving at her. Next to her was a tall, slender young man in a crisp suit, his presence striking against the backdrop of the night. "Mom." Trisha quickened her pace and was immediately pulled into a tight embrace. "Have you lost weight?" Naomi touched her face worriedly before gesturing to the man beside her. "This is Tommy Deleon, my executive assistant. He's been with me since I arrived in Elarin." Tommy gave a slight nod and stepped forward to take her luggage from her hands. "Ms. Newton, it's a pleasure to meet you," he said with a perfectly measured smile. Trisha instinctively studied him for a moment longer. His eyes were striking, deep and tranquil, as if capable of holding everything within them. "He's highly capable and ve