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?

help but retort, “You used to say I

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

onto a small bottle on the coffee table. He reached out to grab it, but I quickly picked it up before

currently taking, I had forgotten to put it

nervous myself. Then, I attempted to respond calmly,

see.” Neil reached out his

my business, you don’t need to worry about

me, and furrowed his brows, “Irene, give me the medication.”

the bedroom, I’m going to sleep, you should go too. Thanks for your help tonight.”

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

getting a bit

vitamins. I want to know about your health

expression.

about my health? Let go of me or else don’t blame me for getting rough!” I had no other way to

very quickly, immediately grabbing my hand, his face darkened, “Are you trying

don’t use your strength to bully me.”

did I bully you? I’m

don’t need your concern. The

me for a few

closing quickly came from the living room. I stood at my bedroom door for a while before letting out a tired

vibrating. It was Russel calling. “Are you

ok now” I answered the phone while checking my messages, only to find that he had called three times and sent several messages

before

to rush back to the hospital for something, and as soon

is more important. I’m fine now and about

sleep”

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