Chapter 167
Claude hummed an agreement as Sophie disappeared through the
door.
The doctor allowed Olivia to rest on a bed outside. Looking up at
Claude, she said, âI'm really fine. Donât worry. I just need some rest.â
Comment by Lyndis Z. Yin: .... it was just being scalded by hot tea. I
donât get the drama.
She attempted to get down, but Claude approached her. âAllow me.â
He lifted her up in a bridal carry.
Olivia was stunned, instinctively trying to free herself, but Claude's
hold was firm. He didn't smile as he explained, âI'm just taking you to
the bed. Walking might worsen your injury.â
Olivia panicked. Considering herself a married woman now, the
thought of leaning into another manâs embrace seemed wrong. âI-I-
I'm really fine! Please, just let me walk on my own!â
Claude stopped her from squirming. âRelax, Olivia. I'm just taking you
to the ward. I'd do the same for Sophie if she were hurt,â he said
seriously.
He gently placed her on the bed and asked softly, âFeeling better?â
Still rattled, Olivia stuttered, âI'm... okay. RâReally.â She moved her
arm away from his neck.
Claude sensed her discomfort, noticing how she avoided him. After a
brief silence, he withdrew his hand and stepped back, ending the
awkwardness between them.
Olivia returned to Sandalwood Palace, her head racing with thoughts.
All she wanted was to retreat to
her room.
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The maid tried to greet her, but Olivia ignored her and hurried up the
stairs. Once inside her room, Tyler emerged from his study, asking, âIs
she back?â
âYes, Mr. Tyler. She's in her room.â
Tyler headed to Olivia's room, noticing the door was slightly ajar. As he
pushed it open, Olivia, in the midst of changing, startled in panic. âTâ
Tyler!â
He was about to inquire about her day when he noticed her different
dress. âYou weren't wearing that earlier. Why the change?â
âEr, I spilled some hot tea on my dress, so I bought a new one,â Olivia
explained, flustered.
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