Bound by love: Marrying my Disabled Husband by Devocean

Chapter 1528

Chapter 1528:

Why couldn’t his bodyguard understand the subtlety of romance? Couldn’t he see that this wasn’t about alcohol but heartbreak?

Frustrated, Shaun tightened his grip on the beer bottle and muttered under his breath. If his bodyguard wouldn’t get the hint, fine. He’d drink until the ache in his chest dulled.

Half an hour later, the bottle sat empty on the table. Shaun stood abruptly, muttering something about needing the restroom.

The bodyguard leaned back in his chair, watching him go. He quipped, “The booze hitting you already? Is there something wrong with your system?”

Shaun shot him a withering look. “I’m fine! Just going to the restroom. And stop commenting on my health—I’m perfectly capable!”

Shaun’s mind buzzed with indignation as he left the restroom, his steps brisk and purposeful. His bodyguard had no idea what he was talking about. As Shaun walked out of the men’s room, he collided with someone who was about to enter the ladies’ room. He stumbled slightly, blinking in surprise. His eyes met Tracy’s, and for a fleeting moment, the air seemed to still.

hand, barely spared him a glance. She didn’t expect him to

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she walked past him, his hand darted

in her chest. “Do you need something from me,

searched hers, bewilderment flickering in his gaze. “Miss, have we met before?” he

at the corners of Tracy’s lips. She shook her head gently, her voice light but

memory. “Really? But why does my heart…” His voice trailed off, his words caught somewhere between confusion and a faint

insistent, like a needle pricking his heart. He clutched at the feeling, desperate to make sense of it. Why did the sight of this young woman stir

his emotions

tone. “I told you. We don’t know each other. Isn’t your attempt at flirting just pathetic? I’m not interested in playing games. If you’re trying to pick up women,

words, she headed into the ladies’