Chapter 18 No Wonder It Hurt So Much Back Then

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Bennett stared intently at Leah, his voice dark and firm “We still need Charmaine’s kidney. That’s non- negotiable.”

Eastlake Manor.

Emyr was deep in sleep when a strange, tickling sensation brushed against his ear.

He opened his eyes just in time to catch Charmaine quickly pulling back a feather duster.

Emyr’s irritation flared immediately.

His voice was low and dangerous as he growled, “Charmaine!”

Charmaine positioned herself a few feet from the bed, close enough to be present but far enough to maintain a sense of detachment. Her face was a picture of innocence.

What was with this guy and his habit of grabbing people by the throat at the slightest provocation?

She studied his face for a moment. Even freshly woken, he was strikingly handsome.

The fate had indeed favored him.

In her calmest voice, Charmaine said, “No need to shout, Mr. Emyr. I can hear you just fine.”

Emyr’s expression remained cold. “Who gave you permission to come in here?”

“You did, Mr. Emyr,” she blinked innocently. “Didn’t you assign me as your personal staff? My job is to take care of you, and my shift starts at 7 AM sharp. So naturally, I’m here to report for duty.”

Emyr’s narrow eyes fixated on her, a cold gleam flashing in his gaze, as though he could see right through

her.

he let out a

to admit, you’re more shameless than

was mocking her.

give up and walk away. But I’d accepted the role without a single complaint.

as she coolly countered, “Of course. I’m not like those other women. I’m here to ‘repay‘ you, Mr.

the

darkened further, his expression turning stormy.

you standing there for? Get

it was Charmaine’s turn to be taken aback. “What exactly am I supposed

side glance. “You’re a house

didn’t

him. What had Alfred said earlier when I got

Finished

After all, I had come with good intentions, offering to help him with his recovery, and he had the nerve to make me a

to make him suffer

the bed, Charmaine suddenly had an idea. “Mr. Emyr, let’s get you dressed

response, she stepped forward

to move so quickly, and for a second, he was too surprised to

“Wait!”

she frowned, muttering under her breath, “No wonder it hurt so much back then…”

the covers back with a furious glare. “Get out!”

longer than expected, but there it

left. Tad passed her a

room.

rushed up to her, concerned. “Ms. Nelson, is everything

with a grin. “Don’t worry, Alfred. I’m

meant–is Mr.

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