Chapter 131

I didn’t respond, only waited until the storm outside had calmed down a bit before gently moving Neil aside. The balcony door won’t close, could you give it a shot for me?”

Neil nodded and went to check the door.

The rain was still pouring and the wind hadn’t stopped. After Neil finished checking and closing the balcony door, his clothes were completely soaked, and so was his hair. The sound from the storm outside significantly decreased once the door was closed. I handed Neil a dry towel, Thanks, dry your

hair.

Neil took the towel and casually dried his hair. His shirt was mainly wet on the right side, from his shoulder to his lower back. The soaked fabric clung to his body, outlining his muscles that shifted with his movements. I silently pulled my gaze away, assuming that Neil would leave once he finished drying

his hair

Why did you choose to live here?Neil suddenly asked.

TI’s close to work and also close to Harold’s placeI simply replied.

But it’s not very safe here and the facilities aren’t great.” Neil seemed somewhat dissatisfied with the living conditions.

I was surprised, Then why did you choose to live here?

He paused for a moment before giving a small smile, Same as you, it’s close to work.

Since we had started chatting. I decided to ask a few questions I was curious about. Sitting on the sofa, I asked, How long is your project here? When are you planning on heading back?

Neil pondered for a moment before replying calmly, Not sure. I suppose you’re eager for me to go back, right? Don’t worry, I won’t be a bother?

retort, “You used to say I was the

awkward, and the air seemed to freeze. I hadn’t intended to bring up the past; the words just slipped out.

to grab it, but I quickly picked it up before

folic acid I was currently taking, I had forgotten to put it away after taking it last

the small bottle in my hand, feeling a bit nervous myself. Then, I attempted to respond calmly, “It’s just some vitamins, prescribed by my doctor. I

me see.” Neil reached out

don’t need to worry about it.” I

didn’t believe me, and furrowed his brows, “Irene, give me the medication.”

to sleep, you should go too.

also stood up and followed me. As I tried to close the bedroom door, he blocked it with his hand and I couldn’t close it no matter

getting a bit

me see the medication. I know it’s not vitamins. I want to know about your health Neil was taller than me, and he looked

expression.

or else don’t blame me for getting rough!” I had no other way to deal with Neil, except with my teeth and nails. Once I finished speaking, I started

quickly, immediately grabbing my hand, his face darkened, “Are you trying to scratch me again?”

and replied, “Then don’t use your

I bully you? I’m just concerned about

your concern. The person you should be concerned about

a few seconds before giving a self–mocking smile, “You’re right,

sound of the front door opening and closing quickly came from the living room. I stood at

was Russel calling. “Are you scared being home

my messages, only to find that he had called three times and

before

rush back to the hospital for something,

your work is more important. I’m fine now and

go back to sleep”

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