The Wife You Buried Is Back from Hell novel Chapter 517

It was as if she’d vanished from the face of the earth.

A flicker of regret passed through Nathan’s eyes as he looked at Danielle.

“There were… special reasons I can’t talk about. I’m sorry I made you worry.”

He lowered his gaze, his voice gentle as he watched her. “Danielle, if he ever hurts you, you tell me. I won’t let him get away with it.”

Danielle’s eyes dropped. She shook her head.

“Relax a little,” Nathan said, his tone lightening, a warm smile softening his features as he looked down at her. “Didn’t you once tell me you wished you had a big brother who could protect you?”

He reached over, his gaze steady. “Well, I’m back now, and I’m here to grant your wish.”

“Whatever you’re dealing with, I can handle it for you.”

Danielle’s lashes trembled. She lifted her eyes to meet his.

“That was so long ago. I can’t believe you still remember.”

Back then, she’d been ostracized at school, and her mother’s falling out with Orson had thrown their home into chaos. Her grandmothers, both getting on in years, were kept in the dark about everything.

All she’d wanted was someone who’d stand behind her, no matter what.

She remembered the day she’d sat by the river, sobbing, and Nathan had come up and promised he’d always have her back.

She’d wiped her tears and said she wanted a big brother who was strong and brave.

Nathan smiled at her now. “No matter how many years pass, I’m still me.”

He looked her over. “You’ve lost weight. Eat a little more.”

His presence made her feel a kind of comfort and familiarity she hadn’t felt in years.

“How’ve you been… out there all this time?” he asked quietly.

Danielle’s throat tightened. Her gaze drifted to the watch on his wrist—the birthday present she’d given him. He was still wearing it.

All those years ago, he’d left so suddenly. Even now, she had no idea why. Judging by his words, he had no intention of explaining it.

“Let me see your phone,” Nathan said.

Danielle glanced up and handed it over.

He typed in a number and passed it back. “This is my local number. If you need anything, call me.”

“I just got back today, and as soon as I heard about Niki’s kidnapping, I came straight to the hospital.”

He looked at her, his voice gentle but firm. “Did you offend someone?”

Danielle shook her head and exhaled. “The police are investigating.”

“Maybe Alexander knows something.”

Nathan raised his eyebrows. “Niki’s his daughter. If he knows, you two should talk.”

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