Chapter 39 Rescued From The Water
Hearing her call Harrison immediately turned and walked swiftly toward the bathroom
“What is g
From the narrow gap in the bathroom door, Serena perked out, her face flushed with embarrassment. Her voice was barely a mynichtwe? And also
“And also what?” he asked gently.
She hesitated before lowering her voice even more. “My… undergarments.”
A flicker of awkwardness passed through Harrison’s expression. He cleared his throat lightly before responding, “Wait here.”
Soon, he returned with the requested clothing
“T–Thank you.”
Serena quickly took the items from him and shut the door, hastily changing into her nightwear.
above a whisper. “Mr. St
“Mr. Spencer, could you bring me
When she finally emerged, Harrison stood quietly outside the door, his gaze landing on the droplets of water still clinging to her damp hair Without a word, he stepped forward and effortlessly lifted her into his arms before placing her on the towel–covered vanity counter.
Serena was startled “W–What are you doing?”
“Your her is still wet”
As he spoke, Harrison retrieved a hair dryer from the cabinet.
Seeing this, Serena quickly protested. “I can do it myself”
She reached out to take the hair dryer from his hand, but he effortlessly avoided her grasp, leaving her empty–handed.
“Don’t move. Sit still.” His voice carried a firm command that left no room for refusal.
Faced with his insistence, Serena had no choice but to obey
banj the hairdryer and tested the temperature with his hand before gently moving it toward Serena’s damp hair.
named cold, and there was a faint trace of displeasure between his brows. However, his actions were surprisingly gentle. His tall and imposing figure stood like a
enveloping her peter:
lingering in the am was the fragrance of her shampoo carried by the warm air and his signature fresh mint scent.
peut quickened, sending ripples through her chest, she lifted her gaze cautiously, stealing a glance at him. Perhaps he did care about her,
Hartson’s hands paved momentarily. His eyelids lowered slighth, and their eyes met.
wough Serma’s heart. She quickly lowered her head, wolding his gaze.
if conned drying her hair. Before long, the soft hum of the hairdryer ceased. His expression tumed serious as he finally asked, “What happened earlier? How
Setea bit her lip tightly, her voice carrying a trace of lingering fear. “I was resting in the gazebo when I suddenly heard a cat meowing. I was so frightened that I lost
stadød her. “You’re afraid of cats?
Serma pressed her lips together tighth Memories of her childhood resurfaced, causing her hands to clench involuntarily.
Smaling her data. Harrison placed his warm palm over the back of her hand, holding it with a firm yet gentle grip.
Servna took a deep breath,
herself before revealing her past
“Helena loved keeping cats. After my parents and grandfather passed away, whenever they were unhappy, they’d lock me in a dark room with those cats. They would deliberately
De cats lash out at me…
As she spoke, ber voi
ally weakened, it was clear she was unwilling to recall those painful memories.
and the dark. I’ve tried to overcome these fears, but I never could.”
mowed tighth. A deep, barely contained anger flickered in his dark eyes, his hands unconsciously curling into fists.
deep breath, he asked, “You know Lydia? What happened between you two?“”
Serena nodded t
and answered in a low voice, “In high school, she and my cousin bullied me together.”
Harrison’s anger deepened.
a boled vilence, bør said nothing more and simply carried her out of the bathroom. Stepping into the hallway, he called Damien, who had been waiting outside.
umim conducted a cacetil umination before reporting, “Mr. Spencer, rest assured. Mrs. Spencer’s foot isn’t seriously injured. It appears the only bruised it when she fell. Appling some cream should help, and she should be fine in a few days.”
Hammon give a slight nod, his expression easing a little. “Alright, I understand.”
shall take czy leave, Mr. Spencer Damien set down the tube of cream and exited the room with his medical kit.
“I can do it
ondside and reached for the cream, ready to apply it for her. However, Serena was quicker and took the cream first.
softly.
Harrogated at her for two seconds before silently siming at the edge of the bed. With effortless ease, he took the cream from her hand. Without giving her a chance to argue, he pullet her injured leg toward him. His movements were firm yet undeniably gentle.
“You don’t need to pretend to be strong in front of me,
Serenar a epelastiested as a mix of emotions surged with her.
had someone be liked it not for that fateful night, a man like Harrison would never have had anything to do with her.
she who had grown greedy, wanting more than she should
After carefully applying the cream, Harrison said in a low and gentle voice, “Get some rest. I have things to take care of.”
Seema quarkdy posted side
wandering thoughts and nodded.
Harrison stood up and let the room
Outside the room, Lewis stood wating by the door.
The
the door shut behind him, Harrison’s expression turned ice–cold as a chilling air radiated from his very being. His voice was razor–sharp as he ordered, “Throw Evelyn and Lydia into the pool. Make everyone watches”
Lewis responded immerly, “Got it, Mr. Spencer”
“And bring me vete’s cal”
