Chapter 666 He'll be Covering the Losses

I had never been able to speak my mind like this, but I guessed I had gotten used to playing the part. Lucas seemed taken aback for a moment, a flicker of surprise crossing his face before it softened. He took my hand gently. "Please, I'll be okay. If you stay, I'll be worried about you." I knew deep down that leaving would be better for him, yet my heart was heavy with worry for Idris and the others. The fire was raging, and I wanted to stay just in case something went wrong and I could lend a hand. I bit my lip, looking up at Lucas with a face full of concern. "Let's compromise. Inch and I will wait for you nearby. I won't go near the docks, I promise. You can handle your business without worrying about me. If you send me home now, I'll just be anxious and restless." With the urgency of the situation, Lucas could not force me to do anything I did not want to. With a reluctant nod, he agreed. He glanced back at Inch, who was standing protectively behind us. "Keep her safe," he ins