Chapter 14

Yonas paused for a long moment, making Yasmine think he wouldn't say anything. Finally, he replied. "It's a friend." His tone sounded distant, almost cold.

Yasmine wasn't one to pry into other people's lives, so she changed the topic. "Mr. Russell, if it's not too much trouble, could you tell me what symptoms your sister is experiencing?"

"She can't stand the sight of blood, has occasional memory lapses, and if she encounters a strange male, she might gag and scream. In some situations, she loses control and panics." He spoke with a detached indifference.

Yasmine listened closely, deep in thought. These symptoms seemed to indicate severe anxiety. Maybe Yoselin had gone through something traumatic that left her deeply scared.

Before she could share her thoughts, Linda came in with some clothes and said, "Ms. Sanchez, the water is ready. Here are Ms. Russell's clothes, and they should fit just fine

Yasmine thanked her and headed to the bathroom to shower and change. However, she didn't expect to feel this weak; by the time she finished drying her hair and putting on the clothes, her cheeks were flushed and her eyes sparkled a bit too much

Yonas paused and then placed his hand on her forehead to check her temperature and sighed. "You have a fever."

Feeling lightheaded, Yasmine found his voice oddly comforting. She instinctively protested. 'T'm fine. Please call Lucy. She'll

come get me

and a little vulnerable. Yonas gaze was cold yet filled with concern a

as he bent

her dizzy state, Yasmine leaned closer to him. His warm breath near her ear as

she heard was Lucy's relieved voice. "Yasmine, you're awake! Are you hungry? I had someone

After taking the oatmeal, she remembered last night's events and asked, "Lucy, who

get a chance to ask. But where did you meet that handsome guy? He's so charming and such a

must've been Yonas, Yasmine thought, feeling

never seen such a good-looking guy. Yasmine, he's way better than that jerk Xavier. How

her questions. She briefly recounted the events while only referring to Yonas as

shameless! He talks tough but never delivers. All because of those crazies named Yvette and her family, he made you sick! I'm calling him right now!" Yasmine stopped her softly. "No need for that. He didn't do anything wrong. The house is in his name, and he can do what he wants

frustrated. "But he promised to give it

1/2

Mon, Sep

Chapter 14

her. "Don't worry, no one

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255