The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 736

Sebastian ignored Hastings completely and walked straight past him, carrying a

mug of steaming water. She made her way to Citrine and settled down at her side.

Inside Citrine's head, it felt like a thousand horses were galloping in every direction.

Sebastian gently straightened Citrine's head and brought the mug to her lips.

"Citrine, drink some water."

As if she'd heard the words through a fog, Citrine blinked her eyes open and obediently sipped from Sebastian's hand. Warmth spread through her chest, soothing and comforting.

Sebastian smiled in satisfaction at how cooperative she was.

"What are you two doing?" Hastings was watching them with a stormy expression, unable to hide his jealousy at their closeness.

"What's wrong with Citrine?" Only now did he notice the soft flush on her cheeks, the way she looked nothing like her usual self-sleepy, out of sorts.

"It's none of your business." Sebastian didn't even bother looking at him.

scooped Citrine up into her arms and made

he stepped forward, arms

only held Citrine tighter, her voice cold as steel. "You're the last person she wants around. What right do you have

her back." He couldn't

answer was flat

that, Sebastian barreled past Hastings, shouldering him aside and

she was carried all

inside the room, Sebastian gently laid her down on the bed and finally let out a

for a moment, she stood up, went to the bathroom, and soaked a

fast asleep, her eyes closed, breathing deep

herself smiling

It was a simple task, but she

gliding across her cheeks. It felt wonderful, and she let herself relax completely, trusting Sebastian's

a while, Citrine's lips felt dry. Still half-asleep, she

brief, warm brush of Citrine's tongue against her palm sent a jolt through her-hot and electric. Her

she could keep her composure, but now, with just

her chest, threatening