CHAPTER SEVENTY THREE - THE NEXT PHASE

She rolled over and let out a relieved sigh. There he was, the man himself, sitting on the edge of the bed fully dressed in one of his crisp suits. Just seeing his strong jawline and broad shoulders banished any lingering nightmare thoughts. Henry noticed her watching and gave her a warm smile. "Morning, beautiful." Scarlett blushed and pulled the sheet a bit higher over her naked skin. "You're still here." His green eyes shone with affection. "Of course. Did you think I'd be able to leave so soon after finally being reunited with you?" He caressed her flushed cheek. "I could get lost in you forever and die a happily man." "Don't say morbid things like that," she chided gently, catching his hand to kiss his palm. "We're just getting our new beginning." A flicker of sadness crossed Henry's face. "Speaking of that..." Scarlett felt her heart drop at his serious tone. "What is it?" He took a moment before replying. "I need to go set the next part of my plan into motion against Rand