Mistaking a Magnate for a Male Escort

“I know what happened.” Zachary saved Charlotte from wondering. His brows furrowed in a knit as he questioned, “Are you out of your mind? What makes you think that it’s okay to not only hide such a serious problem from me but also seek treatment by yourself?”

Charlotte was momentarily disconcerted by the man’s fury.

“Why didn’t you tell me?” Still cupping her face, Zachary grunted the words through his gritted teeth, “Did you think I can’t be of any help?”

“No—” Charlotte shook her head fervently.

“Then tell me why?” The man was seething with frustration. “Were you worried you’ll be a burden to me?”

Still not saying a word, Charlotte continued to keep her head down.

“You’re a silly woman!” Zachary held her in his arms tightly and bit into Charlotte’s shoulder while doing so.

“It hurts!” Charlotte cried in pain.

“I meant it to! That’s how you’ll learn your lesson!”

Zachary was feeling a mix of emotions—he was feeling angry, worried, and guilty all at the same time.

of the night, it was because of the pain, not nightmares. Each time you had to suffer in silence in the washroom

was in so much pain? I’ll not forgive myself if anything

now. You see, Dr. Felch has found an effective treatment for me.” It pained Charlotte to see Zachary blaming himself for the condition she was in. “I’ve felt a lot better after only a few days of treatment. I’m sure I’ll recover in no time if

still in critical condition right now.” Zachary cut her off mid-sentence. His voice turned solemn. “He is

Charlotte’s eyes widened

 some progress, and now this happened. Worst of all, Dr. Felch was dragged into

Zachary’s voice was full of self-reproach. “If I’d known earlier, I wouldn’t have

Dr. Felch be okay? This is all

Hayley are doing fine also. Dr.

head like a deflated balloon,

hope. Now that he’s lying unconscious in ICU, will I ever be

Zachary reassured her in a comforting voice. “Regarding the poison in your body, Hayley says she is familiar with the acupoints and can continue her treatment for you. As for the herbs, Sam is also well aware of the combination. Together with Raina’s

true?” Charlotte turned

someone to source all the necessary herbs. We’re well within schedule to start the

with Raina, “Please, make sure you save Dr. Felch. I feel bad enough as

did a full body