Crushed Affections (Dominic and Bella)

Chapter 172

Chapter 172 Are You Worried People Might Not Notice I'm Still Recovering

lan sprawled out on the couch in a relaxed posture, a mocking smile on his lips. "He has never cared about my reputation."

Dominic chuckled. "Considering who your dad is, you're lucky he let you grow up at all. By the way, do you know who your new stepmom is?"

lan's facial features twisted with distaste. "Why would I care? Every one of his marriages has been about business, nothing more.

lan didn't stay much longer, and Bella noticed his whole demeanor was different from usual, which piqued her curiosity.

After asking Dominic, she learned that lan's father was about to get married for the fourth

time.

lan had been living on his own since he was a teenager, and his relationship with his father was extremely strained. As for the reasons, Dominic didn't go into detail. This was lan's private business, and Bella knew better than to pry. On the day of the wedding, Dominic wore a charcoal-gray suit, looking far more put-together than he had in days.

Lately, he'd mostly been wearing loose, casual clothes at home to help with his recovery. Hence, seeing him in formal attire again felt refreshing.

suit, and watching

beat.

to her reaction, Dominic adjusted his tie and urged

put on

was easy

through her closet, she chose a sheath dress in a soft, moonlit white, with simple, vintage floral patterns and a matching shawl.

heels as they were impractical for her busy shifts at the hospital. Whenever she did wear them, it took a

the car, Dominic glanced

first reaction was to think he found it inappropriate. "I don't know how to do

and said, "I

Are You Mernd People Might Not Notice

pleased. Was that a compliment? It was

kind

at the wedding venue, Bella felt a pang of self-consciousness as she took in

been a prestigious establishment in Joville for years, ant industry giant with

here meant the people getting married were important enough to make the news without