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Chapter 262 An Illness of the Mind

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Caught off guard as he was pushed inside, Emyr steadied his wheelchair awkwardly and gave a slight nod toward Basil, observing him closely.

“Master Field, I appreciate your help.”

Basil let out a dismissive snort. “Mr. Emyr, you certainly have your fair share of admirers. A few young ladies are fighting over you.”

Emyr could tell that Basil was speaking with a hint of sarcasm as if he were standing up for someone.

Was it because of Freya?

He frowned slightly. “Freya’s efforts in persuading you to come out of seclusion won’t go unrewarded. I’ve already arranged appropriate compensation for her.”

Hearing this, Basil’s face darkened. “And what about the other girl? You won’t even bother to pay her off?”

“She’s my fiancée. She’s not to be compared with others,” Emyr stated matter–of–factly.

Basil, who had been leisurely sipping tea, suddenly spat a mouthful.

“Fiancée?”

His tongue was scalded, but more importantly, his mind was reeling.

a word, had actually gotten

insisted on bringing him here to treat Emyr. It turned out she was keeping the benefits within her own circle!

noticed his reaction and raised an eyebrow. “Master

I’m surprised! Even as her

gestured toward him. “Come here.

maneuvered his wheelchair forward, placing his hand on the table.

usually clouded eyes momentarily glinting

fingers on Emyr’s left wrist, he remained silent for two seconds

be focusing

of your condition

a serious expression and refocused his

formed between his brows as he shot Emyr a penetrating look. “The

hand, and he could distinctly feel Basil’s fingers pressing down on his pulse

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hand and let

quickly regained his composure after a fleeting shock.

expression unreadable, “Understood. Sorry for the trouble. I’ll

“Wait”

him in surprise. “You’re not going

a verdict, would be devastated–either drowning in self–pity, breaking down in tears, or

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