Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress novel Chapter 1318

Chapter 1318: Thank you, sis.

Meanwhile...

After hearing about last night from Zoren, Finn ordered his driver to speed to Nina’s workplace.

All night, he had barely slept—not that it bothered him. He could rest later, with her. But now, knowing that Nina had needed him, regret gnawed at his chest.

Had he known, he wouldn’t have gone to the airport to pick up his parents. She was more important than them. He would rather be deemed an unfilial son than a neglectful partner.

On the way, he tried calling Nina, but her phone was on silent. She was probably busy, but that didn’t ease his worry. She had been through something horrific, and he hadn’t been there for her.

As the car sped through the streets, they soon reached Nina’s workplace. Just as they pulled up in front of the building, Finn caught sight of her walking along the sidewalk.

"Stop," he ordered under his breath, eyes fixed on her dragging steps. His heart clenched, his hands balling into fists.

The moment the car halted, he jumped out, striding toward her. Without hesitation, he reached for her arm and pulled her back, spinning her around before wrapping his arms tightly around her.

Nina jolted, stunned by the sudden embrace. Her eyes widened, her entire body stiffening. But as the familiar scent of his cologne surrounded her and his voice reached her ears, she snapped her gaze up.

"Finn?" she murmured, confused. "What are you—"

"I’m sorry," he breathed out, his chest rising and falling against hers. "I didn’t know. I’m sorry."

A deep crease formed between her brows as she noticed some of her coworkers glancing in their direction.

"Finn," she whispered, nudging his hip. "We’re at my workplace."

But Finn only tightened his hold, exhaling shakily.

Seeing this, Nina stopped protesting. She peered up at him.

"You... found out?" she asked softly. "Did Penny tell you?"

"No," he whispered. "Zoren Pierson... had a slip of the tongue."

"I see."

Her shoulders relaxed as she let out a deep sigh, a bitter smile tugging at her lips. Slowly, she reached up and clasped his back.

For a moment, the world around them faded. It was just the two of them, standing still amidst the blur of life.

’I guess... I still needed his hug, after all.’ She let out another breath, her fingers tightening against his shirt.

"No, I’m sorry for not telling you."

*****

Back in Finn’s car, they sat in the backseat, their hands intertwined. Public displays of affection weren’t appropriate at her workplace, so he had whisked her away for a quiet moment.

"I was planning to tell you after the family meeting, but..." Nina sighed, giving his hand a squeeze. "I’m sorry, Finn. Penny told me I should tell you last night, but I just... couldn’t."

She lowered her head. Finn, seeing this, reached over and gently pinched her chin, making her look at him.

"Nina, no matter what, please tell me next time," he urged, almost pleading. "I know you didn’t want to worry me, but I’d rather be worried than be kept in the dark."

"I’m sorry."

"Come here."

Finn pulled her closer, wrapping his arms around her.

Nina pressed her lips together before nodding. She leaned into him, resting her head on his shoulder.

As silence settled between them again, her voice came through, soft and almost shy.

"Also," she whispered, a faint smile playing on her lips, "I think... I’ll have trouble sleeping without you."

Finn chuckled, pressing a kiss to the top of her head.

"I thought I was the only one."

******

Since Nina was only on break, Finn had to drop her off—reluctantly.

How he wished she could stay by his side every second of every day. But her career mattered to her, and he respected that.

"I’ll pick you up later," he said as she stepped out of the car, smiling. "Let’s go to the family dinner together."

Nina returned the smile, nodding. "See you later then."

With that, she closed the door and hurried into the building. Finn stayed until she was safely inside. Only then did his car start moving away.

Reaching into his pocket, he pulled out his phone and placed it to his ear. When the call connected, a smile tugged at his lips.

"Penny," he greeted, his voice warm. "Thank you for keeping your promise... sis."

In her smoky office, Penny leaned back in her chair, a knowing smile spreading across her face as Wild roasted something in the background.

"You’re welcome, Brother."