She Took 908

In Chapter 908 titled “Murder by Words,” the tension between Dale and Dan escalates as they confront the fallout of Diana’s departure and its implications for the Ashen Pact. Dan accuses Dale of wanting the matriarch dead, highlighting the gravity of her disappearance and the blame placed on Dale by Tessa. As the conversation unfolds, Dale grapples with the panic of being seen as responsible for his daughter’s mother’s fate, while Dan remains skeptical about Tessa’s potential return to Black Mountain, viewing her as estranged from her family.

Dale’s despair deepens as he realizes that Tessa feels disconnected from her roots, and he resolves to seek her out despite the obstacles. When he arrives, Tessa is still asleep, and her irritation at being woken reflects her reluctance to engage with her father. The playful banter between Tessa and Lewis reveals the underlying tension, as they jest about Dale’s infertility, further complicating Tessa’s feelings about her identity and family.

When Dale finally confronts Tessa, he expresses his desire for her to return to Black Mountain, but she rebuffs him, insisting she is not his daughter. This declaration leaves Dale visibly shaken, as he tries to affirm their bond despite the emotional chasm between them. Tessa’s disbelief in his words suggests a deep-seated conflict regarding her lineage and the pain associated with her mother’s choices. The chapter closes with Dale’s heartfelt plea, emphasizing his unwavering belief in their connection, while Tessa remains skeptical, questioning the validity of his claims amidst their fractured relationship.

**TITLE: She Took 908**

**Chapter 908: Murder by Words**

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Dan leaned back against the wall, arms crossed, his brow furrowed in thought. “In that case, I’m completely out of ideas. Let’s be honest here; you were the one who went on the hunt for the matriarch.”

Dale’s silence spoke volumes. His expression darkened, shadows flickering across his face at the mere mention of hunting her down.

“I was trying to reclaim what’s rightfully mine!” he snapped, his voice rising.

The items in question were not just any belongings; they were integral to the Ashen Pact, the very legacy of the Morris family.

Diana had been merciless in her departure, taking with her something that held immense significance. How could she just leave like that?

Dan’s gaze sharpened. “But let’s not kid ourselves here. You genuinely wanted the matriarch dead.”

Dale fell silent again, the weight of Dan’s accusation hanging thick in the air.

“Why else would she have been missing for so long? Do you really believe it has nothing to do with you? Her status is a mystery—whether she’s dead or alive. In Tessa’s eyes, you are the murderer.”

Neither Dan nor Dale knew that Tessa had already received a reassuring call from Diana, confirming her safety. As far as Dan was concerned, Tessa’s blame was firmly placed on Dale for her mother’s disappearance.

Dale felt his heart race, panic creeping in. This was a conversation he desperately wanted to avoid, yet Dan had forced his hand. In Tessa’s mind, wasn’t he the one responsible for her mother’s uncertain fate?

“But right now, the only way to indirectly halt Victor’s impending attack on Ashen Pact is for Tessa to return to Black Mountain.”

Dan shrugged, a hint of skepticism in his voice. “Well, that depends on your own capabilities.”

He believed there was no way Tessa would return so easily.

In Tessa’s heart, Black Mountain felt foreign, not like home. And she had the audacity to claim she wasn’t even his daughter! This entire situation had turned Dale into a laughingstock.

Despite Dale’s pleas, Dan remained resolute, refusing to get entangled in any of this.

He had little regard for the current plight of Ashen Pact.

Dale felt a deep sense of despair that his only biological child seemed utterly helpless, yet he found himself powerless to change that.

Ultimately, he resolved to seek out Tessa on his own.

As fate would have it, Victor had just stepped out when Dale arrived.

The moment Dale entered, he found Tessa still lost in sleep, only to be roused by Lewis, who was shaking her gently.

Tessa’s eyes fluttered open, heavy with sleep. “What do you want?” she mumbled, her tone laced with irritation.

No one enjoys being jolted from a deep slumber, and Tessa was no exception.

Lewis grinned mischievously. “The one who can’t have kids is here!”

Tessa blinked, still dazed. “Who?”

Lewis chuckled, “The one with no kids—Dale.”

Tessa frowned, her mind still clouded.

“Wait, didn’t we already confirm that Dan is his?” she replied, her thoughts still muddled.

She had completely forgotten her earlier rants to Victor.

Lewis, ever the instigator, pressed on. “But you’re the one who kept calling him infertile. So how’d the kid pop out?”

“I reckon he’s here to take you home.”

At the mention of “home,” Tessa shot Lewis an eye-roll, unimpressed by the implication.

Tessa finally got to her feet. When she laid eyes on Dale, she noticed something unsettling; though only a few days had passed, he appeared to have aged a decade overnight.

“You… it’s not that bad, is it? It’s the child of the woman you loved for so many years. So what if he’s not yours? Why stress yourself into an early grave?”

Was this truly murder by words?

Or had Tessa simply spent too much time with Victor and Lewis, their sarcasm seeping into her own speech?

As soon as she spoke, Lewis’s eyes sparkled with admiration, clearly impressed by her boldness.

But Dale felt differently.

His frustration simmered beneath the surface; Tessa’s refusal to act as a bridge between him and Victor had already left him irritable. Now, her words felt like a deliberate jab at his vulnerability!

What was the point of having a daughter like this? Did he really want to bring her back just to inflict more pain upon himself?

Dale shot Tessa a glare, his patience wearing thin.

“Alright, alright. I know you’re upset. But it can’t be helped. Maybe she simply wanted a world for two with you and didn’t want to have your kids. What can you do?”

At her words, Lewis could no longer contain his laughter, letting out a loud “Pfft.”

Both Dale and Tessa turned to him, surprise etched on their faces.

The air grew thick with tension again.

Dale, visibly shaken, looked at Tessa, his breath uneven, his voice strained as he finally said, “I came because I want you to return to Black Mountain with me!”

Return to Black Mountain?

“But I’m not your daughter.”

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Dale’s voice softened, “I know you hate me because of your mother. But Tessa, you are my daughter. Nothing can change that.”

Tessa remained silent, a wave of disbelief washing over her.

Ugh.

Was he truly this delusional?

Nothing could change it…? Surely the results of a paternity test could alter his perception, couldn’t they?

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In the charged atmosphere of unresolved emotions and unspoken truths, Dale’s declaration hung in the air like a fragile thread, ready to snap. Tessa’s heart raced with a mixture of disbelief and resentment, her mind grappling with the weight of his words. The notion that she belonged to him, that she was his daughter despite her mother’s choices, felt like a cruel joke. Yet, beneath her irritation lay a flicker of longing for connection, a desire buried deep within her that she had long denied. The tumultuous history between them, marred by betrayal and loss, now threatened to resurface, leaving her at a crossroads between rejecting the bond and embracing it.

Dale, on the other hand, stood vulnerable, stripped of his defenses. The years of pain and regret etched into his features bore testament to a father’s longing for reconciliation. His plea was not merely about reclaiming a daughter; it was a desperate attempt to salvage a legacy tainted by the shadows of the past. As Tessa met his gaze, the walls she had built around her heart began to tremble, caught between the desire for independence and the innate pull of family ties. In that moment, the emotional arc reached its zenith, a poignant reminder that love, however complicated, could still forge a path toward understanding, healing, and ultimately, acceptance.

**What to Expect in the Next Chapter?**

As tensions rise and emotions clash, the next chapter promises to delve deeper into the fraught relationship between Tessa and Dale. With Dale’s desperate plea for Tessa to return to Black Mountain hanging in the air, readers can anticipate a gripping exploration of Tessa’s internal struggle. Will she finally confront her feelings about her estranged father and the legacy he represents, or will her skepticism push her further away? The stakes are high, and the weight of their shared history threatens to unravel as Tessa grapples with the truth of her identity and the family she thought she could dismiss.

Meanwhile, Victor’s looming threat over the Ashen Pact adds an ominous layer to the narrative. As Dale’s intentions become clearer and Tessa’s resistance grows, the chapter will likely reveal Victor’s next move. Will he exploit the rift between father and daughter to further his own agenda? The tension between familial bonds and personal autonomy will be at the forefront, leaving readers on the edge of their seats, eager to discover whether Tessa will embrace her heritage or reject it entirely. With secrets yet to be uncovered and alliances shifting, the next chapter is sure to keep readers captivated as the story unfolds in unexpected ways.

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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.