GoodNovelChapter 1048:
When Gemma saw Corey approaching, her eyes widened in concern. “Corey, what happened to your nose?”
Corey frowned, puzzled. “How did you notice?”
Gemma tilted her head, amused. “I can see it.”
“But I'm wearing sunglasses,” Corey countered.
Gemma stifled a laugh. “Your sunglasses don’t cover your nose, genius.”
Realizing his oversight, Corey let out a grunt, feeling like he hadn't sobered up yet. He removed his sunglasses,
realizing there was no point in hiding now. “I walked into a lamppost,” he muttered, rubbing the back of his neck
sheepishly. “Got drunk and didn’t see it coming.”
Gemma reached out to touch the bruise gently. Her fingers were icy—chilled from her frail condition—but with a
few tender touches, Corey felt the sting lessen. He smiled faintly as he held her hands to warm them. After
ensuring everything was in order, Corey had to depart for sbusiness matters.
Having just been released from the hospital, Gemma was eager to rid herself of the clinical scent of disinfectant
and made her way to take a bath.
Pierre ran the bathwater for her, ensuring the temperature was just right before turning to leave. Gemma looked
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtat him with confusion. “Wait—aren’t you going to helpbathe?”
She had already begun to undress, her annoyance evident as her brows furrowed in frustration.
Pierre's eyes unintentionally drifted to her bare shoulders. Quickly averting his gaze, he explained, “Previously, |
assisted because you were ill. Now that you're recovering, it's appropriate forto step back. We must
maintain a boundary.”
Gemma'’s eyes widened in disbelief. “But we've already...” They had shared a kiss, and now he was drawing
lines?
Dissatisfied, Gemma pressed. “I don’t like bathing alone. You helpwith bathing.”
Pierre remained resolute. “Miss Hampton, | have other responsibilities.”
“What responsibilities?” Gemma challenged.
“There's still a lot to unpack and organize,” Pierre replied.
“No, | want to bathe now!” Gemma insisted firmly. She turned and walked into the bathroom, leaving no room for
further discussion.
Pierre hesitated, frowning. However,
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