Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 264

had to admit that Bryant’s words had a way of weaving magic, a sweetness that made me momentarily wish I could forget everything that had happened between us. But some wounds were too deep to heal, leaving a acer unmoved.

Like when he didn’t come home all night, I never doubted him. I understood he was busy with work for the Ferguson Group. But after everything that had happened, trust didn’t come ensy anymore. Love couldn’t be unconditional or without hesitation. There were always reservations, defensiveness, doubts, and uneasiness.

Even if things seemed to mend, this pattem, if left unchecked, would lead to a breaking point. So, perhaps it was better to cut our

losses.

“Bryant, let’s not do this. Let’s think this through,” I pleaded.

“I know you don’t believe me, but I’ll prove it,” he said with a conviction almost like a vow.

I looked away, handing him another document to change the subject. “Here, take a look at this. I go get a nurse to check your temperature.”

“Kevin,” he called out firmly. “Get me some Amica cream.”

Kevin hurried off.

puzzled. “Didn’t you have your bandages changed? And Amica? That’s for bruises,

spot on my lower back,

myself there, and

enough, Kevin returned with the cream.

watched me closely. “Give it

“I can apply it myself.”

cream, lifted the hem of my shirt, and gently nubbed it on the

had never been so attentive. Before, even if I were

tangled together. I suppressed my emotions, a habit formed over

after his heartfelt words, he became even more cooperative, especially at meal times when he Insisted on being fed, claiming his hand

a shower,” he said, looking

understandable for someone

for two nights, missing

your wounds can’t

advice

injuries, and there

hope in his voice, “But I feel uncomfortable,

the suggestion, laughing awkwardly. “Mrs. Ferguson, please. You’re joking, right? If I dare touch Mr. Ferguson, I’ll