Chapter 42 In his mind, she would soon recognize the benefits of being Mrs.

Norris and the shelter his influence offered.

He was prepared to wait for her return, certain that she would ultimately yield.

Just then, Elijah’s phone buzzed insistently.

He glanced warily at the screen before reluctantly pressing the answer button.

The moment the call connected, his grandmother, Melany Norris, spoke urgently.

Her tone was thick with concern.

“Elijah, where are you right now? Oliver told me Elizabeth got hurt.

How is she recovering from the injury? You know how vital appearances are for a young woman.

What if it leaves a scar? How will she feel confident wearing skirts again? Make sure you take excellent care of her!”

The mention of an injury widened Elijah’s eyes in surprise, a flash of confusion crossing his features.

Yet, he managed to keep his voice steady.

still at

is

of Elizabeth’s bandaged leg and the hospital

the scene of the recent fire—possibly injured in

his

line,

one you chose to

your responsibility to

your aloof nature push her

likely still shaken

offer

paused, her voice

at the Norris Mansion in

for you

along, won’t

dismissing Melany curtly

dialed

“Mr.

can I assist you?” Oliver, who had been called back without notice,

on the fire investigation? And how did my grandmother

realized what

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