Chapter 106

Under Gwendolyn’s puzzled gaze, he stretched out his hand, resting it upon the hem of her dress. With a gentle tug, he pulled a corner of the fabric,

“You’re showing,” he said, his voice restrained and calm.

Gwendolyn glanced down and quickly pulled her skirt over her knees, murmuring, “You better sit back down in your wheelchair before Marina catches us.”

The lingering warmth on her thigh left a tingling sensation, prompting her to tighten her posture.

Feeling the awkwardness in the air, Gwendolyn hastily changed the subject. “Mr. Chadwick, you can only stand for short periods right now. You need to take proper care of yourself, and I’ve got a rehabilitation plan for you.”

She believed he would return to his old self when completing the rehabilitation.

“I’ll listen to you.” Howard slowly settled back into his wheelchair. His gaze was serene, but his fingers absentmindedly stroked the armrest. “You should get some rest. Jeannie might get scared tonight. I’ll stay with her. Good night!”

“Hmm.”

Howard watched her ascend the stairs with light, quick steps.

The next day, Nathan sent a suit and jewelry early in the morning, along with an entire styling and makeup team.

from her eyes, Jeannie looked at the luxury gift boxes in the living room. and felt

asked, “Howard, Gwen, did you just say we’re going to Grandpa’s 70th birthday party? I didn’t mishear,

she was still hungover, hearing things.

replied

“Are you okay? Why are

want to go?” Howard asked.

vehemently but

be

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it isn’t the Docasion to make amends. Do you know how many people will be there tonight?”

high society would be present!

his crony yesterday. He won’t let that slidel Why even go looking for trouble?”

her, it was like walking into the

to make peace,”

party? That’s worse! The party will be full of professional bodyguards. How could one Cliff possibly take on so many trained

If you’re scared, stay home.”

the

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