The three brothers were all taken aback.

Bella's expression was softer than usual, and her tone had a noticeable gentleness to it. That usual coolness and distance that kept most men, aside from her brothers and Justin, at arm's length was gone.

Did this car accident lead their little sister to a profound realization that she changed her personality?

Axel gritted his teeth and had no choice but to let the man in.

"Thank you." Grant's smile was as warm and gentle as a spring breeze. He maneuvered his electric wheelchair to Bella's bedside and placed the thermos in front of her bed.

Bella pressed her pale lips together. "Mr. Salvador, I appreciate your effort, but I'm not really hungry right now." Grant's clear, graceful eyes softened with a gentle glow, and he said with a smile, "You skipped breakfast and lunch. Are you really not hungry?"

Bella's eyes widened in surprise. "How did you know?"

"I've been staying in the room next to yours, waiting for you to wake up." Grant chuckled softly, somewhat embarrassed. "I know you have plenty of people to take care of you. I stayed for the convenience of my follow- up exams and to offer you extra support."

a consultation to ensure you recover fully. You won't have to worry about

tone, "Thank you, but I don't think that's necessary. I am a doctor

You're the famous Dr. Brown in the surgical

captivating and persuasive. "Ms. Thompson, I know you're incredibly capable and independent-a true goddess in your field. But even someone as strong as you needs to take a break now and then. You should give others a chance to help you and not push yourself too hard. You're exhausted. So why not take advantage of this time

she caught the underlying

by Grant's gentle care and impeccable sense of propriety, but

cautious. His gestures of goodwill were just right, making people feel comfortable and subconsciously want to

daze, Bella was reminded

friend, gradually revealing his intentions. Each time he made his move, he gave himself a reasonable,

some ways, Grant's and Christopher's methods

his patience. His impatience and ambition led him to hurt her repeatedly, even targeting the

far too mysterious. Bella knew

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