Aiden ignored Edward's suspicion and turned to Chloe, taking her hand in his. "I will help you, Chloe. I promise."
Chloe looked up at him, her eyes filled with gratitude. "Thank you, Aiden. I knew I could count on you."
Aiden smiled at her, then turned to Edward. "I will need some space to work. Can you give me a private room?"
Edward nodded, still wary, but willing to cooperate for Chloe's sake. "I will have a room prepared for you. But if anything happens to Chloe, I will hold you responsible."
Aiden nodded solemnly. "I understand, Edward. I will not let anything happen to her."
As Edward left to prepare the room, Aiden turned back to Chloe. "You just rest, Chloe. I will take care of everything."
Chloe smiled weakly at him, her eyes closing as she drifted off to sleep. Aiden watche
