Crushed Affections (Dominic and Bella)

Chapter 171

Chapter 171 No Need to Keep Everything From Me

Bella couldn't hear what Amber was saying on the other end, but Dominic's response was cold, "I wish you happiness."

Right now, those words sounded more like sarcasm. How could Amber find happiness by marrying a man she didn't love? This was nothing more than a marriage of convenience. The room went quiet, and Bella finally raised her hand to knock. Dominic's deep, slightly weary voice came from inside. "Come in."

She opened the door and walked in, pretending she hadn't overheard anything. Keeping her tone casual, she asked, "How are you feeling today? Any discomfort?"

He lit a cigarette. "No."

Bella hesitated, then reminded him gently, "Try to cut back on the smoking. It's bad for your health, especially while you're still recovering. Might be a good time to quit altogether." With a sigh, Dominic put out the cigarette that was only halfway smoked. "Got it, Dr. Jones."

Bella felt a bit helpless. "I'm not lecturing you, just making a suggestion. I'm going to take a shower."

He suddenly stopped her. "The day after tomorrow, come with me to a wedding."

Her first thought

as that he meant Amber's wedding, but

a few days away.

I pass out or something. Aren't you a doctor?

her lips together. He wasn't in such bad shape wanted her to go, he could just say so.

moment's pause, she agreed and then went back to

pass out. If

suddenly noticed a scratch on the back of her hand and asked,

to burden him with her personal issues. Her problems should be off-limits to him, especially the mess caused by Simon, the root

Dominic didn't press her. He simply said, "You don't have to keep everything from

forced a smile.

to Keep

a call from lan, so they turned around and headed home at

pace.

Ian had looked troubled since

smile. "What do you think? My personal doctor

serious. "You got the wedding