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

awkward, and the air seemed to freeze. I hadn’t intended to

it, but I quickly

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

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

me see.” Neil reached out

my business, you don’t need

believe me, and furrowed his brows, “Irene, give me the

going to sleep, you should go too. Thanks

tried to close the bedroom door, he blocked it with his hand and I couldn’t close it

getting a bit angry,

want to know about your health Neil was taller

expression.

to deal with Neil, except with my teeth and nails. Once I finished

his face darkened, “Are you

replied, “Then don’t use your strength

you? I’m just concerned about your health.”

your concern. The

for a few seconds before giving a self–mocking smile, “You’re right, go to sleep, I’m

the front door opening and closing quickly came from the living room. I stood at my bedroom door for a while before letting out a tired sigh and returning to

Russel calling. “Are you scared being home alone?”

checking my messages, only to find

before

said, “I had to rush back to the hospital for something,

is more important. I’m fine now and about to go

sleep” Russel’s

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