Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 378

Tarquin carried Elysia back to Elijah's hospital suite with utmost care. Elijah's suite was more than just a room; it boasted an adjoining family room, a small kitchte, and a private bathroom, ensuring comfort not just for the patient but for the visitors as well.

With a gentleness that belied his sturdy frame, Tarquin laid Elysia down on the sofa bed in the family room, fluffing up pillows and tucking the duvet around her with meticulous attention. He then summoned the attending nurse to check on Elysia once more, ensuring her comfort and safety above all.

Despite Elysia's protestations about not being a delicate flower, especially when compared to the high society ladies of the Bradford family, her lack of martial prowess was evident. She might have escaped facial injuries, but her body told a different tale with its bruises and contusions. The nurse captured images of the injuries for Tarquin, whose face turned an ashen shade of anger at the sight.

He immediately reached for his phone and dialed Gideon Bradford, rattling off orders with a tone that brooked no argument, "Send them abroad, today. They're never to return. My decision is final."

Gideon, well aware of the situation's gravity, attempted to intercede, "Come now, Tarquin, they're your kin. You share the same Bradford blood. Isn't forgiveness a virtue? Let's not be hasty over an incident that didn't result in any lasting harm."

They can flee or face the consequences. And tomorrow, being the perfect day, will see matters settled, one way or

outsider? Driving them from their home forever?" Gideon's voice was heavy with disappointment

a sound devoid of any warmth. "Blood ties mean nothing to me. If they did, my parents wouldn't have died far

belief etched deep into his very essence from a young age. The concept of blood ties held no allure for him, particularly when those who were supposed to be closest

him off, "They have one day to make their choice. And let this be clear — I protect my own fiercely.

returning to Elysia's

you be so reckless?" he mused to himself, almost tenderly. "You're as light as a feather, yet you throw yourself into the

had been upset about something at the hospital, likely coming to find him for support. "Why would you not come to me first?" he questioned, though she