Chapter 46 Chad's Ultimatum

• Gideon reached out, fingers brushing against Bobby's cheek to catch a tear before it fell. His touch carried warmth that seemed to seep into her very bones, chasing away the cold dread that had settled there.
• "Strength isn't about never being afraid," he murmured, golden eyes soft with understanding. "It's about choosing to stand up anyway. You've already proven you have that strength, Bobby. You survived Madeleine's lies, broke free from Chad's control, and chose to fight for people who needed you."
• Bobby leaned into his touch, drawing comfort from his steady presence.