Chapter 48
The ward was a single room with only one bed. Shelmaine was still very weak and didn’t feel like talking. She didn’t want to deal with Samuel either, but his overwhelming because he kept staring at her. His gaze was like a heavy weight, making it hard for her to breathe.
“Have you stared enough? Shelmaine spoke weakly, her voice hoarse.
rengulfed her. “The doctor said that your body is very weak and that you need to rest”
Samuel moved a bit closer to her as his shadow e
Although his voice was calm and emotionless, it reminded Shelmaine of the sweet memories of the past. She frowned in disgust and didn’t respond.
Nevertheless, she still touched her lower abdomen and felt the presence of the child inside.
Then she heard him say, “The child is fine, but you need to rest. Don’t say anything. Just take a good rest.”
presence was
It was rare for Samuel to be this gentle. Even his gaze wasn’t as cold as before. It was the familiar feeling she once knew, but she remained clear–headed. She wasn’t going to be deceived by his act. She wouldn’t make things difficult for herself either,
She did need to rest, not just for the child, but for herself as well.
Shelmaine fell asleep again very soon. Samuel never left and stayed in the hospital to take care of her. He even put his phone on silent. He was supposed to return to South Haven that day, but he postponed everything
His phone vibrated and rang nonstop. After seeing that she was asleep, he stepped out of the ward to answer the call. It was Natasha’s manager.
“Mr. Hasting, I apologize for disturbing you. Natasha has a few endorsement activities, but because of her current health condition, these endorsements have to be canceled. We need to be responsible for the breach of contract..”
Natasha had depression two months ago and had been resting at home. All her work had been suspended as well because Samuel ordered it
This time, her manager gave him a call because they were troubled by the penalty tees. “I’ll transfer the penalty fees to your account,” he said.
“Thank you so much, Mr. Hasting. Without your help, we wouldn’t know how to get through this crisis. As Natasha can’t work because of her poor health and we have to pay the penalty fees for the jobs she accepted previously, we have no other choice.”
Samuel knew exactly what Natasha’s manager meant. Without saying anything else, he ended the call. When he returned to the ward, he noticed that Shelmaine’s evelids Outtered, but she didn’t open her eyes.
He continued to stare at her face. Even though she was pregnant, she hadn’t gained much weight. Instead, her complexion worsened. He wondered how she had been taking care of herself.
Shelmaine couldn’t really sleep. Her body was tired, but her mind was awake, especially with Samuel nearby. She really wanted to ask him to leave, but even if she asked, he might not leave
So, it would be better for her to just keep quiet. Otherwise, she wouldn’t only be making things harder for herself.
She didn’t know how much time had passed, but she couldn’t keep up the pretense any longer. She opened her eyes and asked bluntly, “When do you plan to leave?”
Samuel could tell that Shelmaine really wanted him to leave. She didn’t want him to stay in the ward at all. Did she want Julien to come instead?
Samuel’s expression darkened as he thought about that I can’t leave for the time being.”
“Are you staying here to make things difficult for me?” she said.
Sampel frowned, Then, he heard her say, “Given the current state of our relationship, you don’t need to stay here. If word gets out, I’ll be the only one who’ll suffer. So, could you be so kind as to stay away from me?
She seemed calm, but her words were sarcastic, as if she had her guard up against him. He ignored what she said. His expression was as calm as e you’re discharged from the hospital.”
Shelmaine took a deep breath and asked, “Must you make things difficult for me?
ever as he said, “I’ll leave when
“The child in your womb is mine. Isn’t it right for me to take care of you? he retorted.
Shelmine was exhausted and didn’t want to argue with him. “Whatever. Do as you please. Just don’t have Natasha and your mother bother me ”
