Chapter 1909

Caleb stayed by the operating room until Luna's surgery was completed successfully. After that, he remained at her bedside, not leaving for a moment, until she finally regained consciousness hours later. When Luna opened her eyes, disoriented, she murmured, "Am I... dead?"

The sharp smell of disinfectant made her dizzy, and the unfamiliar surroundings only heightened her anxiety.

"This is the hospital," Caleb said softly. "You had appendicitis, and surgery was necessary."

Hearing Caleb's voice, Luna finally relaxed. She wasn't dead. But the thought of Caleb sitting by her bedside brought other concerns to mind.

Were they alone? Was anyone else around?

After all, Caleb had brought another woman when he came to find her earlier.

Luna glanced around the room, her searching gaze caught immediately by Caleb.

"Don't bother looking," he said coolly. "It's just me here. I arranged for a VIP room for your recovery."

let out a long breath of relief. She hated hospitals and didn't want anyone knowing

Simon. Have him come and take care of you," Caleb said

up, and you're already telling me to do this? Didn't I explain

your parents. Or someone from your household staff," Caleb replied,

convinced herself that his

herself to sit

really have

ке

wouldn't have called

when it came to Caleb, her words were laced with disdain, as if

deep, mocking smile appeared

Yes, you're beautiful, and yes, I like you. But that doesn't mean you can assume I'd

you into

want."

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