Lucy's POV:

As Sylvia ran off with Rufus, Ethan dispatched a large number of men to chase after them.

In the meantime, I was sent to the hospital for my wounds to be treated. The doctors there conducted a thorough physical examination.

As soon as I walked out of the examination room, I found Ethan and Richard waiting for me by the door.

"How do you feel?" Ethan asked, his forehead creased with concern.

Stunned, I glanced at Richard subconsciously. He winked at me meaningfully. I knew that he wanted me to continue with the pitiful act.

"What's the matter? You must tell the doctors if you feel anything off," Ethan added quickly when I didn't respond fast enough.

"No, no. I'm fine, and so is the baby," I lowered my head and answered respectfully, twiddling my thumbs nervously.

as a prince. I needed to completely conceal the fact that the

the wounds on your face. Don't lose hope, my dear girl.

have imagined that my face would be permanently disfigured one day. I

reached out his hand and slipped it around my waist. In an overly affectionate tone, he said, "Even if your face scars, I'll still love you. After all, I love you for who you are, not your appearance." Because Ethan was here, I had no

have accepted each other as mates, you'll be together for the rest of your lives. Richard, take good care of Lucy. Don't let me catch

protect her

a shiver down my spine and it took all of my willpower not to gag on the spot. This bastard was even better

help Lucy back home and let her rest," Ethan said wearily. He looked exhausted. Waving his hand dismissively, he asked Richard and

walk away, I wanted so desperately to swat Richard's hand away, but he seemed addicted to this ruse. He kept his arm wrapped around

my best to endure the nausea and forced a smile until we were inside

too. He grabbed my collar violently and hissed, "Where do you

hand away and kicked his

hugged me forcibly. "Why so cold, my

as saucers. "How dare you? If it weren't for you, I wouldn't

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