Theodore's current state was entirely of his own making.

"Are you cursing me silently, thinking I deserve this?" Given the atmosphere, he could guess what Caleb was thinking.

Caleb scratched his head. "I actually sympathize with you."

"You don't need to sympathize with me. I know I brought this upon myself."

Caleb sighed. "Will you get back up?"

Theodore's gaze shifted to him. After a long pause, he nodded. "I will."

It was good that Rosalie was fine. It was just that she didn't love him anymore. What was the point of wallowing in self-pity here?

Morning sunlight streamed through the window, casting warm rays into the ward. The beams illuminated the bed, bathing the person lying there in a soft glow.

The room was filled with a faint smell of sunshine, making the whole world seem warm at that moment.

Rosalie slowly opened her eyes in the warmth. For a moment, her mind was blank, but soon, vivid memories flooded back.

sudden clarity as

"Baby... My baby."

chair beside her, jolted awake at the

"Rose, you're awake."

quickly grasped his hand.

Sebastian's brow furrowed

even though it was

signs of displeasure. Instead, he said gently, "The baby is

to look at the man beside her. She suddenly froze. "Seb, what happened

had stayed

pale, with deep-set eyes, clearly indicating he hadn't slept much. His face bore two noticeable red and swollen marks, and it was painful just looking at it. His body seemed stiff, as though

he continued

turned his head. "I just had a minor

gently touched

flinched. He grasped her hand

me, how did you get hurt? Who hit

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255