Chapter 1597
She was only joking.
However, the man slightly lifted his head and began looking at her with a profound gaze. âMaybe
it's true.â
Ellinor was a bit surprised, looking at him with slight curiosity. âTheo, is it that easy for you to fall for
someone? That's so flaky of you.â
Marcus fell silent.
This little girl was quite the tough cookie.
His temper flared. He grabbed her hand, pulling her into his arms.
Although the man's legs were no longer functional, the strength of his upper body was not to be
underestimated,
Ellinor didn't have time to react before she was entrapped. She was forced to sit on his lap with his
arms tightly wrapped around her waist.
âAlthough I don't remember you, you feel familiar to me. So, it's not love at first sight with you. It's
more like recognition at first sight. However, I must admit that I'm very interested in you.â
Ellinor struggled a bit but realized she couldn't break free from his arms. She simply gave up.
It wasn't that she didnât want him to touch her; she was just afraid to press on his legs since they
were already in a bad state.
But since he was holding onto her so tightly without letting go, his legs should be fine, so she
relented.
"Okay, Theo. I believe you. Just loosen up a bit; it's uncomfortable when you hold me so tight.â
Marcus smelled the light scent on her, which made her feel even more familiar to him. He was eager
to get closer to her. Instinctively, he tightened his hold, unwilling to let her go. âDonât move; let me
hold you a bit longer. You'll have to leave soon.â
Ellinor let him hold her. âArenât you afraid of getting caught?â
âI locked the door."
Ellinor glanced at the door. âTheo, Sophiaâs father, Thaddeus, is here. Won't you have even less
chance to do your rehab?â
Marcus frowned. This was exactly what was bothering him.
He knew that Thaddeus would come, but he didn't expect him to come so soon.
After thinking for a while, Ellinor said to Marcus, âDonât worry, I'll find a way to keep Thaddeus and
Sophia busy, so you can have time to do your rehab.â
Marcus narrowed his eyes. âWhat are you going to do?â
Ellinor already had a plan in mind. âYou'll know when the time comes.â
Marcus didnât trust her. He was just about to question her further when the door handle of the
room was suddenly twisted.
Both of them became alert immediately.
Thankfully, the man was wise enough to lock the door.
The person outside realized the door was locked and knocked. âMarcus, it's me! I brought you the
cold medicine!â
It was Sophia.
Marcus responded calmly. âOkay, I'm already in bed. You can leave the medicine on the table
outside. I'll take it when I get up.â
Sophia found it strange. âMarcus, why would you lock the door when you're alone in the suite?â
âI took off my clothes.â
Sophia sighed. âSo what if you took off your clothes? We're husband and wife; are you afraid I'll see
your body? Marcus..."