Chapter 315 Gone Without a Trace

By the time they got back to the villa, it was already midnight. Emily ate with Gabriel, and after they finished, they washed up and went to bed. Gabriel fell asleep soon after, his breathing even and steady. Meanwhile, Emily watched him in silence. Only after she was sure he was fast asleep did the tension tugging at her heart finally settle. She reached out and gently brushed Gabriel's brows and eyes. A quiet life like this was actually very nice. No schemes. No misunderstandings. Emily craved for such peace. But Henry was like a venomous snake lurking in the dark. He could strike at any time. Before Gabriel fully recovered, she had to remove Henry as a threat for good. Once more, the warmth in Emily's eyes faded, leaving behind only cold resolve. Emily got up and softly closed the bedroom door. The living room lights were turned low. There, Roman was sitting on the couch, waiting. The cast on his arm looked especially stark in the dimness. When he saw Emily, he stood u