Chapter 764
Boss, Your Wife's Asking For A Divorce, Again
Chapter 764 Tobyâs Apology Toby softened his gaze at the sight of Sonia lying there. He gently pulled his hand out of hers so he wouldnât wake her, then lightly stroked her hair.
If she was here next to him, then Tom had clearly told her about the accident. She must have been startled when she heard the news, Toby thought grimly, and an apologetic look flashed across his features as he reached to tuck her hair behind her ear so that it wasnât all in her face.
Then, he drew his hand back and lifted the covers. He slid out of bed and came over to her side, thereafter bending down to scoop her into his arms.
Meanwhile, Sonia had not fallen into a deep slumber, and she started as soon as she felt someone touching her. Her eyes flew open, and the first thing she saw was a familiar and handsomely chiseled face.
At first, she thought she might be imagining things, so she blinked hard to snap out of it.
However, when she saw that the same face was still there, she knew that she was not delusional. Itâs really him, she thought as she broke into an elated grin. âToby, youâreââ
She broke off when she suddenly felt that there was something off about the weightless sensation that gripped her. Turning, she was astonished to find that at some point, Toby had swept her into his arms.
âYouâre awake,â Toby pointed out softly as he gazed down at her. âSorry for waking you.â
She shook her head. âItâs fine. I wasnât really sleeping that well, anyway. What are you doing, though? Put me down right now.â He was still injured, and he ought not to be straining himself by carrying her in his arms.
However, he brushed her off and only put her down on the bed, in the same spot where he had laid. âIf you kept sleeping the way you did just now, youâre going to wake up tomorrow morning with a crick in your neck and your back. I wanted to let you have the bed so you could sleep better, but it looks like I woke you up instead.â
âOh,â Sonia said with a smile, acknowledging his efforts. There was still residual warmth on the bed where he lay just now, and she felt snug and comfortable as soon as her back touched the mattress. Coupled with what he had said earlier, she couldnât help the rush of warm sentiments that seized her.
âBut you shouldnât be too concerned about me. Youâre still a patient, after all, and this bed is meant for you, not me. Here, you can have it back,â
Sonia said, reaching to lift the covers off her so she could get out of bed.
Toby frowned and pinned the covers down, tucking her in firmly as he said authoritatively, âDo as youâre told and just go to sleep already. Do not get down from the bed, understand?â
She gaped at him in mild amusement. âThereâs no need to be so controlling.â
He caressed her face lovingly. âIâm not being controlling; I just canât bear to see you uncomfortable, is all.â
This made her heart swell, and the smile on her face grew even warmer.
âOkay, go to sleep. I can still see how groggy you are. You must be tired after I woke you up accidentally earlier.â With that, he began to rearrange the covers.
She hummed in response before suddenly scooting further to the side, then patted the space next to her on the bed.
He raised a brow. âWhat are you doing?â
âI know the bed isnât very big, but Iâm sure we could squeeze in together. Come over here and take a nap with me,â she said, staring at him.
He wouldnât let her get down from the bed, and she couldnât very well make a patient slouch over the side of the bed, so she decided that the only solution was for them to share the bed.
Tobyâs eyes lit up at the suggestion. âIs that an invitation?â
She rolled her eyes at him in mock exasperation, then said, âYes, it is. Now, can you please get into bed with me, my dear Mr. Fuller?â
He was amused, but he kept up an oh-very-well expression as he let out a dry cough and muttered, âFine, then. Since youâve offered, I see no reason to upset you by rejecting it.â
âArenât you reluctant?â she drawled sarcastically and gave him a playful pat on the shoulder as soon as he burrowed beneath the covers.
Toby was lying on his side, and he wasted no time in drawing her into his embrace. His arms wound around her tightly as he nibbled her ear and muttered, âHow are you feeling? Does it still hurt?â
Sonia hadnât thought that he would prey on her even while they lay in the hospital bed together. The corner of her lips twitched in disbelief as she countered, âYouâre the one who got into an accident and sustained injuries, so why are you asking me if Iâm hurt? I donât think transitive property works that way.â
He let out a low chuckle. âI see you donât understand what Iâm referring to. What I meant to ask was, does it still hurt down there?â As he murmured this close to her ear, his hand began to trail past the dip in her waist and toward a certain sensitive area.
As realization dawned upon her, her eyes widened, and her hand darted under the covers to seize his wandering one. Blushing furiously, she demanded through gritted teeth, âWhat are you doing, Toby?â
He eyed her innocently. âI just wanted to help you check if it still hurts.â
âAs if!â She batted his hand away and snapped, âChecking? Hah! You know as well as I do that youâd be getting up to no good if I let you.â
âI would not!â he insisted, still feigning innocence.
At that moment, she pried off his arm from her waist and turned to her side so that her back was to him, then decidedly ignored him.
It was then that Toby knew he had crossed the line. After all, women were all prideful creatures, and most of them were easily flustered by such roguish teasing. Great, now sheâs mad at me, he thought ruefully.
With his gaze fixed on the back of her head, he let out a contrite dry cough and nudged himself forward. When his chest was pressed against her back, he tried to reach around her and pull her back into his embrace.
But his arm had only just begun to snake around her waist when she shoved her elbow backward, knocking his arm away as she grumbled, âDonât touch me.â
This did little to dissuade him from his efforts, and it only spurred him on. Summoning his strength, he forcefully drew her close and wrapped his arm around her tight.
She froze at first, then started to struggle.
He lifted his head slightly and whispered huskily close to her ear, âDonât move unless you want me to break my arm again before it could mend. Also, I still have a mild concussion from the accident; if you keep moving like this, Iâll take it as you want me to pass out for another day.â
Upon hearing this, she stopped struggling and fixed her eyes on the wall across from her. After a while, she bit down on her lip and pointed out sourly, âYou always seem to have the upper hand, Toby.â
He buried his face into the crook of her neck as he muttered humorously, âItâs less about me having the upper hand and more about me knowing that you love me enough to be considerate. Naturally, Iâd do the same for you.â While saying this, he slowly prompted her to turn over to face him.
She did not object this time and merely allowed her body to flip as though his guiding hand was an axis on which she spun. The next moment, they found themselves facing each other as they lay on their sides.
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ï¤Chapter 1211 Ending He reached out and brushed his thumb over her cheek, then toyed with the long strands of her raven-black hair as he said apologetically, âIâm sorry if I made you mad earlier, but I really did have the intention of checking if you still hurt, you know, down there. Iâm not a beast, and I certainly wouldnât dream of doing anything to you while youâve barely recovered.â
Soniaâs eyes glistened when she heard this. Does this mean he wasnât feigning innocence at all just now? I misunderstood him, then? At the thought of this, she shot him an embarrassed look and averted her gaze, mumbling, âItâs fine. I forgive you.â
He chuckled lightheartedly. âThank you.â
A few seconds of silence later, she gazed into his eyes and said quietly, âIâm feeling much better down there. Itâs not as painful as it was during the day. I guess the ointment you got for me really worked.â
âThatâs good to know,â Toby replied, then inched closer to give her a quick peck on the lips before he added, âIâm sorry if I hurt you last night. I was only too excited to claim you as my own, and I didnât bother holding back when I should have. I promise I wonât be so rough with you next time.â
Sonia hummed and teased, âI hope youâll keep your word.â
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