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Chapter 12 Scars I Hide
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Bernard swiftly intervened to clear the contents on the computer, bringing an abrupt end to the mysterious sounds resonating in the study. Nonetheless, an uneasy tension lingered in the air.
"Mr. Moore, it seems the treatment has been effective lately," Melody observed, noting the quickening of his heartbeat.
Capitalizing on the moment, Melody extricated herself from Edward's grasp. Though mischief danced in her almond eyes, a flicker of uncertainty passed through them as well. Her gaze met Edward's; his expression was inscrutable yet tinged with a hint of embarrassment. Despite facing his scarred visage head-on, Melody remained unfazed. "Leave," Edward growled, his posture rigid as he shifted in his wheelchair. Releasing Melody, he turned away, his jaw clenched with the force of his command. Undeterred, Melody firmly gripped the wheelchair as Edward attempted to move it. Squatting before him. she met his gaze with determination, her tone serious. "Since the treatment is showing results, we must act swiftly," she urged. "Return to the bedroom. I need to administer the massage and apply the essential oils immediately." With her physiotherapy kit in hand, Melody rose to her feet, ready to proceed.
A look of fear flashed across Bernard's face as he interjected, "Madam, are you certain you're not overstepping?"
She ignored him. Having nearly depleted her savings to procure the essential oils, Melody was resolute in her determination to apply them to Edward that very night. In the bedroom, Bernard lingered on the sidelines, working late into the evening.
Edward relied on his arm strength to settle onto the bed, automatically rolling up his pant leg.
A delicate hand halted his movement abruptly.
Melody positioned the oil bottles near the head of the bed, arching an eyebrow as she addressed Edward. "Mr. Moore, this time... you'll need to remove your pants." A muffled sound escaped Bernard, struggling to contain his laughter as he hastily covered his mouth.
My, the new wife certainly isn't lacking in boldness!
Edward's expression darkened, irritation now directed at Bernard. With a gravelly voice, he retorted, "Do you need to see an otolaryngologist for your throat?" Bernard swallowed nervously, his eyes darting away.
"Bernie, are you lingering here to admire Mr. Moore's long legs or his pert rear?" Melody's words were cutting, leaving Bernard feeling even more feeble and helpless.
"Mr. Moore, I'll take my post outside now, Bernard stammered, eager to escape the uncomfortable
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situation. "Feel free to continue as you were."
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With hurried steps, Bernard exited the room, promptly donning his earphones to drown out any further
conversation.
cold and distant demeanor. He glanced sideways at Melody, a restrained smile touching his lips, while his dark
defiant stance, Melody leaned forward impatiently, her hands poised on either side of
or shall I assist you?" Her tone was cool and indifferent,
before he proceeded to unfasten his belt and remove his pants. As the
the sight, her gaze traveled through his body, gazing at the scars that had adorned it. Yet there was no judgment
on
shielded her eyes, his voice strained and low. "Mel, don't look," he urged, his
It's too unsightly
frightened; you'll
see that look in your
Edward's icy gaze met Melody's warm, compassionate eyes, a pang of something unfamiliar stirred within him. It was as if her empathy had pierced through his defenses,
over his features. He was a mockery-his broken body, even his own family recoiled in horror at the sight of him. No one could. possibly feel
He wouldn't be fooled.
enough? Edward's voice cut through Melody's thoughts, his hand
behind a calm facade. She knew that anything she said now would
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massage," she replied, injecting a playful tone into her words to ease
inwardly,
This girl is incorrigible.
her skilled technique. Her
before?" Edward inquired, his curiosity piqued
is quite
conversation from within the room just as he removed his earphones. A sheepish smile danced on his lips as he mused
but
Edward's compliment, Melody offered
brother suffers from a leg disability, she explained. "In my efforts to aid him, I delved into research to prevent muscle
in his strength, so every night, after he falls asleep, I massage his tendons, bones, and muscles," she added, her voice carrying a hint of fatigue, hinting at the burdens she bore despite her youthful
as he absorbed Melody's revelations. "Has his condition shown any improvement?" he ventured cautiously, his focus shifting to the
Melody admitted with candor. "I'm ceasing my efforts to continue with
determined to see you recover and regain the admiration of those around you. It's
regained the ability to stand up
matter-of-fact tone, her words ignited a flicker
interjected, his expression clouded with thought. His pallid complexion contrasted starkly
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Always Been Yours Chapter 12
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