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.

bandages changed? And Amica? That’s for bruises,

touch a spot on my lower back, pressing gently.

“You know I hurt myself there, and still,

returned with the

watched me closely. “Give

“I can

the hem of my shirt, and gently nubbed

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

suppressed my emotions, a habit formed over three years, “Tve been managing

usually low–maintenance, and after his heartfelt words, he became even more cooperative, especially at meal times when he Insisted on being fed, claiming his hand hurt

a shower,” he said, looking straight

for someone as particular as

unconscious for two

said your wounds

doctor’s advice and shook

injuries, and there were also some scrapes on his

hope in his voice, “But I

Bryant, seemed horrified at the suggestion, laughing awkwardly. “Mrs. Ferguson, please. You’re joking, right? If I dare touch Mr. Ferguson, I’ll be out of a job tomorrow. It is a task only you can do!” With that, Kevin made a hasty exit, not even