Chapter 318

“It really isn’t easy to be Mr. Z Hamerton’s wife!” Cordelia grinned at him playfully. It was lonely at the top. Zephyr was high in status, and all his family glory was focused on him—that also meant that all the resentment and hostility were on him. Those in the Hamertons did not dare lay a finger on him, so they would naturally shift their target to the people around him. “I can’t put myself in danger.” Cordelia looked into his eyes. “And I can’t allow you to be distracted because of me. “Only when I’m strong and able to protect myself that I won’t burden you and, instead, become the last and your most secure line of defense.” “Cordelia…” Zephyr had mixed feelings. He knew that his woman was smart and strong. She was no weak pushover bunny. He was great, and she was decent—she could stand with him. This was the best for them. Being parallel and on par with each other was the best version of love. “Say…” Josiah approached them. “Are you two staying here or not? “Never mind, s