As they gently lowered the wheelchair to the ground, Thalassa let out a sigh of relief. Assisting David with the makeshift wheelchair had proved to be a bit of a workout.

No sooner had she exhaled a weary breath than Lysander's deep gaze found hers, just as she looked his way.

"I'm not saying you're heavy; it's just been a while since I've done any physical work, feeling a bit out of shape," Thalassa quickly clarified, hoping Lysander wouldn't think she was complaining about his weight.

Who knew his weight better than she did? For three years, she had carried him to his wheelchair, into the shower, and back to bed every single day. She never once thought of him as a burden. Especially today, with David's help, she had even less reason to complain.

"You'll get your chance to exercise once my leg's better," Lysander quipped, diverting his gaze as he pushed his wheelchair forward. S~ᴇaʀᴄh the FindNøvᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Thalassa instantly got the hidden meaning behind his words, her face flushing with a mix of embarrassment and irritation.

Did Lysander think he could say such provocative things just because they were on his turf? As if he and Rosalind were an item! Why was he making these flirtatious jokes with her? Feeling awkward, Thalassa snapped back to reality only to find David watching her with a mix of amusement and curiosity, making her feel even more uncomfortable.

role as assistant, you must know

David

felt even more out

regretted coming to

his commanding presence, was untouchable, and now on his own grounds, he

she felt like a rabbit in

fist at Lysander's retreating back and followed

Ms. ..." Fitch began, ready to greet Ms. Whitman, but upon seeing who

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it wasn't Rosalind who returned

kitchen prepare lunch,"

I'll let the kitchen know to make some," Fitch declared before dashing off to

Thalassa: "..."

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