Chapter 170 Dumbo’s Restraint With Her Love

Joseph paused, his thin lips pressed together tightly. “I don’t need you to do this.

“I understand, but I want to do something for you,” she replied. If Chloe had the chance to assist the Whitmans, she would seize it.

A myriad of emotions swirled in Joseph’s eyes as he tightened his grip on her shoulder.

Confronted with his daughter’s future, Richard’s face paled, and he ultimately relented. In the grand scheme of things, what worth did money hold compared to his daughter’s future?

After discussing it with Joseph, Chloe made the decision not to inform Harold about the incident. Considering his heart condition, she felt it best to spare him the added stress.

“Before anything else, let’s head to the hospital to avoid you getting a fever.”

“Okay, I’ve been feeling hot then cold. I don’t feel so good.” Chloe sneezed and sensed a heaviness in her head.

Joseph glanced at her, noting the abnormal flush on her typically pale face. Her voice sounded. hoarse, a clear sign of a cold coming on.

His lips tightened into a firm line. “You’ve been through a lot today.”

Chloe paused, her expression reflecting surprise. “Are you feeling guilty?”

It seemed she had grown accustomed to the notion that most men would simply take things for granted.

Joseph’s mouth twitched with a mix of irritation and amusement. “Do you really think I’m heartless?”

you’re a considerate and handsome

that fiery temper of yours,’ Chloe added

slight smile. “You

way, are you a good swimmer? I saw that you wanted to jump into the reservoir to save me,” Chloe asked earnestly, “Though I was touched, please don’t do it again.

won’t be a next time.

next time. Slip of the

duty. You’re my legal

you.”

dawned upon her. The man standing before her possessed numerous admirable qualities. In a world where many men bring chans at the beginning and Jonment at the end of relationships, she understood that appearances and wealth were not the most crucial factors. What

hospital, Chloe succumbed to heavy drowsiness after receiving the IV drip and soon drifted

great haste. Lucas intercepted her, his voice lowered. “Ms. Chloe has a high fever and is currently

her courage, she fiercely scolded Joseph, “If you’re a real man, you should deal with the crazy admirers. surrounding you. Why

more rivals like Jane in the picture, Chloe’s life

about how Chloe lost her mother at a young age and was bullied by Ava, Emily’s anger intensified. “So, money makes you

covered Emily’s mouth, trembling as he apologized to Joseph. “Sir, please excuse her outburst. She didn’t mean

His attitude was sincere, devoid of any arrogance. After a

that poor? Did she have such poor vision when she knew Jake and then miraculously

fiery demeanor suddenly waned, and she forced an awkward smile. “No, who told you such nonsense?”

his composure, his presence still commanding, as he pressed for clarification. “Are you absolutely certain?”

know

at Emily’s abrupt shift in demeanor. It seemed like she did not say anything, yet it also felt like she did.

the hospital bed, his eyes as calm as water, concealing his thoughts from

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