Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 873

"Come on," Primo muttered under his breath, shaking his head in disbelief.

"When have you ever bothered with strangers, let alone friends?" he continued, noting Dailey's indifference.

Dailey scoffed, not even bothering to glance at Christine. "You didn't save me out of the goodness of your heart, did you?"

Christine stood her ground, unfazed. "Mr. Clarkson, let's not overthink this. I don't believe in rekindling old flames either. I'm here because you were injured saving me."

Dailey tried to brush her off, but Christine caught his eye, teasing, "Or maybe you're just afraid of falling for my charm again?"

Dailey was silent, but Christine remained undeterred. Primo, sensing the tension, excused himself to give them some space.

"Do you need a hand?" Christine asked as Dailey struggled to get up.

"My legs aren't broken. I can make it to the bathroom," Dailey replied, his voice laced with irritation.

Christine nodded, offering, "If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask."

"Business is business," Dailey muttered, trying to suppress his annoyance.

As Dailey walked away, he paused, feeling defeated. "Maybe there are some things we should keep to ourselves, given our current relationship."

Christine smiled slyly, "Mr. Clarkson, don't be so sensitive. I might think you still have feelings for me."

For a moment, Dailey was transported back to when Christine playfully teased him without restraint. But those days were behind them. He had worked hard to suppress his feelings for her.

keep things civil, I don't need you

Christine conceded, raising her hands in mock surrender. "I'll try

Gregory stopped by, grinning, "Playing the

gave him a sidelong glance, saying

are you thinking about getting

that's all,"

"Sure," Gregory chuckled, unconvinced.

the break room, Jane questioned

I can't just walk away,"

eyebrow,

the subject. "Serena won't be causing any more trouble, so I'll

forehead playfully,

closing the tap. "Okay, maybe there's a small part of me that's unsure, but getting back together isn't really

don't feel obligated to stay," Jane advised, linking arms with her as they headed back to the room. "Dailey has plenty of people to care for him. Just cover the medical expenses, and

couldn't shake the image of Dailey getting hurt to save her. She didn't want to leave

he had plenty of reliable people

I'll

without further words. "When he's discharged,

Christine nodded, grateful. "Thanks."

spelled out. They

the food they brought behind.

Primo dropped off some toiletries,

insisted she could manage on

at the spacious hospital bed, suggesting, "Perhaps one bed is enough for a few days. Let the