Angela’s full–body examination was completed. Although the report was pending, the doctor concluded that there were no major issues, aside from the visible slap mark on the face.

As a precaution, he suggested that Angela stay a night in the hospital.

After the doctor left, Jonathan sat by the bedside. He gazed at Angela like she was a child who had erred, and gently inquired, “Are you still in pain?”

The side of her face that had been struck was swollen, and Angela felt a burning sensation.

She shook her head, her voice soft as she answered, “It’s much better after I applied the prescribed medication. Now, it’s just a little uncomfortable.”

Tenderly, Jonathan stroked her head. “Then, rest well.”

As he rose to leave, she caught his sleeve and stopped him. He turned back, asking softly, “What’s the matter?”

Angela bit her lip, gazing up earnestly. “Are you upset?” She spoke slowly, perhaps to prevent worsening her injury.

Each word was uttered gently, yet they tugged at Jonathan’s heart. He settled back down, clasping her hand. “Yeah.”

“I’m sorry.” Angela lowered her gaze, her tone sincere. “I didn’t intend to cause trouble. I felt compelled to assist Sarah to prevent…”

Potential assault.

could have turned a blind eye, witnessing

her rebirth, yet her innate kindness prevented

gently remarked, “I’m not upset because you helped

lack intelligence? Or that I couldn’t defend myself but acted

retrospect, she was somewhat fearful. She had consumed a bit too much alcohol at the time, leading to her actions.

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Yes, Rely

I

in a reputable club would mitigate any potential issues, never anticipating

once more, a slight furrow in his brow, before stating. “Cassie reached

knew why

eyes held a hint of reproach. “As your

can

in times of peril, so

aback, she asked, “Are you upset because of this?”

seek his help?

another matter, it would be acceptable, but burdening

with her impulsive actions

remained silent, his expression somewhat uneasy. If he

petty.

though she had stumbled upon a

She mustn’t allow him to dwell on

and–taking advantage of her status as a patient–she blurted, “Jonathan, does this mean I can depend

moving forward. I’m thick–skin you, it’s challenging to shake me

I’m stuck on

was clear and slightly jubilant as she

receive an answer.

across Jonathan’s face, and he looked pleased. He wanted to reach out and pinch her face, but remembering her injury, he gently stroked her uninjured check instead. “Yes, you can rely on me.”

added, “For anything.”

about her injury, only remembering when she moved and felt

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“A gentleman’s promise is not

He had someone inform Jessica and the others, and

seriously injured. The doctor advised her not to move, but she still

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