Chapter 999:

Alicia offered a weak smile, her eyes radiating trust. Yet, she harbored a trace of pity for Corey deep within her. For Corey, Gemma’s illness was a devastating blow. The woman he had shielded for decades was now succumbing to her ailment.

Corey ended up in the hospital after a dog bite, and Pierre’s situation was hardly better.

Pierre received a rabies vaccination and was placed on an IV drip next to Corey.

Drained, Corey dozed off early. Gemma, her eyes puffy from crying, approached Pierre’s bedside to check on him.

“I’m fine, Miss Hampton,” Pierre assured her.

“But how will you manage to eat?” Gemma asked, noting his immobility due to the IV. “Should I feed you?”

declined politely. Their relationship

positioned herself in front of him. This was

He turned

her expression one of pure concern. “Is it too hot?” She

voice softer. “Someone of your stature shouldn’t be doing this. I can manage

her lip, undeterred by his protest. “What does

remained adamant. “There’s no need. I can call a

bowl and spoon down

felt compelled to bridge the gap. “I’ll take you back to

was quiet, with Gemma choosing not

felt the tension but remained silent, respecting her mood. He was puzzled by her shift. After all, he

I really need this job.” Corey wouldn’t tolerate their growing closeness. Gemma believed Pierre’s

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