Chapter 455

The sweet breath of the delicate woman filled the quiet hospital room. Christopher sat by Bella’s bedside in the same position, keeping a close eye on her.

Bella rolled over, a soft whimper escaping from the depths of her throat. Christopher felt a numbing sensation wash over him.

For years, whether in Savrow or Sentania, countless charming and beautiful women had offered themselves to him one after the other. Surprisingly, the more of this occurred, the less interested he became. He thought women were more troublesome than stubborn barnacles

stuck to the hull of a boat.

But Bella was different. Only Bella could be so daring with him and do whatever she wanted. Even if it meant engaging in shady activities, he was not afraid of the consequences, as long as he could continue to spoil her.

Christopher’s intense gaze deepened. He reached out instinctively, eager to delicately caress the face that lingered in his dreams.

Suddenly, his phone vibrated. It was a message from the secretary.

[Mr. Iverson, Ms. Thompson’s family is here to pick her up. They are

right at the entrance.]

Christopher adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses and opened the door to the ward. The tall figures of Asher, Axel, and Steven stood before

him in the corridor like three formidable icebergs.

“Please accept my sincere apologies, Mr. Thompson.” Christopher

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seized the initiative right away. “Bella had a severe stomachache and could not even walk, so I had to take her to the hospital first. I was unable to notify you in time.”

Steven’s lips tightened into a pale line, unable to accept this man taking Bella away without permission.

“Mr. Iverson, you-”

Steven was about to say something when Asher motioned for him to calm down.copy right hot novel pub