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 place” I 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
atmosphere instantly became awkward, and the air seemed to freeze. I hadn’t intended
small bottle on the coffee table. He reached out to grab it, but I quickly picked it up before he could. He looked puzzled, “What medication are
taking, I had forgotten to put it away after taking it
hand, feeling a bit nervous myself. Then, I attempted to
me see.” Neil reached out
need, it’s my business, you don’t need to worry about it.” I
furrowed his brows, “Irene, give me the medication.”
up and started walking towards the bedroom, I’m going to sleep, you
up and followed me. As I tried to close the bedroom door, he blocked it
bit angry, “Neil, let go!”
know it’s not vitamins. I want to know about your health Neil was taller than me, and he
expression.
you care about my health? Let go of me or else don’t blame me for getting rough!” I had no other way to deal with Neil, except with my teeth
face
“Then don’t
“When did I bully you? I’m just
need your concern. The person you should be concerned about is Bonnie.”
a few seconds
the resistance on the door immediately disappeared. The sound of the front door opening and closing quickly came from the living room. I stood at my
Russel calling. “Are you scared being home
phone while checking my messages, only
before
to the hospital for something, and as soon as I arrived, it started pouring. If you’re scared, I can come
need, your work is more important. I’m fine now and about to go back to sleep” I
go back to sleep” Russel’s
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