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.

a blind eye, witnessing the situation

her rebirth, yet her innate kindness prevented her from

“I’m not

puzzled. “Then… is it because I lack intelligence? Or that I couldn’t defend myself but acted

somewhat fearful. She had consumed a bit too much alcohol at the time, leading to

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reputable club would mitigate any potential issues, never anticipating

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

Angela knew why

of reproach. “As your husband, am I not someone

you can

sought his aid in times of

“Are you upset

to seek his help?

would be acceptable,

affairs, with her impulsive actions seemed unjustifiable. He

expression somewhat uneasy. If he admitted it. he

petty.

felt as though she had

mustn’t allow him to dwell

this mean I can depend on you in

don’t find it bothersome moving forward. I’m thick–skin you, it’s challenging to

I’m stuck on

as she gazed intently at

receive an answer.

wanted to reach out and pinch her face, but remembering her injury, he gently stroked her uninjured

he added,

injury,

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“A gentleman’s

turned to deal with the remaining matters. He had someone inform Jessica and the others, and

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

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