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.

And Amica?

spot on my lower

myself there, and

returned with the

took it, but Bryant watched

can apply

Without waiting for a rebuttal, he took the cream, lifted the hem of my shirt, and gently nubbed

never been so attentive. Before, even if I were all in cuts and bruises, he would

emotions, a habit formed over

even more cooperative, especially at meal times when he Insisted on being fed, claiming his hand hurt too much. But it was at night that

shower,” he said, looking straight

understandable for someone as particular as

being unconscious for two

said your wounds can’t get

I remembered the doctor’s advice and shook my head. “The

arm had the worst injuries, and there were also some scrapes on

hope in his voice, “But I feel uncomfortable,

bath?” Kevin, waiting to discuss significant matters from the company with Bryant, seemed horrified at the suggestion, laughing awkwardly. “Mrs.