Why was the person, who was supposed to be in the airport lounge, here?
“Where is Jack?” Anna asked.
“He’s in the office…” Bill suddenly realized he was out for medicine, thus hurrying to put his hands behind him. But it was too late.
“Is he sick?” Anna raced inside with a frown.
“Yeah, the CEO complained about headaches recently, so he let me buy some medicine.”
“Recently? When did it start? He never mentioned it at home!” Hearing it, Anna became anxious.
“Probably, he doesn’t want you to be worried.” Bill felt awkward but gave the medicine to Anna. “I think the CEO must yearn to see you.”
Taking the medicine, Anna darted into the office.
Lucy and Bill stood still and exchanged glances. It was really embarrassing.
Lucy even went crimson. Coughing, she plucked up the courage to say, “Thank you… for helping my brother and the passport.”
Bill blinked and nodded heavily.
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In the office, Jack leaned against the black leather sofa and closed his eyes quietly, with a layer of thin sweat on his forehead. He wouldn’t stop working until the pain conquered him.
“Jack…” Anna called his name and rushed over.
Hearing her voice, Jack instantly opened his eyes. He endured the searing pain and put on a fine look. “Why are you here? Shouldn’t you go to the airport?”
He was too sick but tried hard to pretend to be okay. Anna’s heart ached for him.
Anna moved forward with a glimmer of worry in her eyes. She put the medicine on the table, pursed her lips, and poured a glass of water…
“Take the medicine!”
Eyeing her anxious look, Jack intended to say something but stopped at the sight of her tear-filled eyes.
“Take the medicine and you’ll feel better!”
She put Jack in her arms and placed the glass on his lips.
Jack took the medicine without hesitation.
Only now did Anna feel relieved. She pecked on his forehead and then rubbed his head, letting him nestle in her arms and breathe quietly…
About ten minutes later, the pills worked, and Jack regained his spirit. He patted Anna and left her arms.
However, Anna was still worried about him, staring at him in silence.
“I’m fine… It’s just a headache,” Jack said gently, “I’ve been examined…”
“I’m scared. I don’t know what I can do for you. What if…” Anna rushed into his arms. Tears trailed down her cheeks uncontrollably.
Anna could face up to everything, except for things related to Jack, which would make her lose control.
Embracing her tightly, Jack caressed her arms and comforted her.
“I don’t want you to be sad. I can’t control myself.”
It turned out that his body wasn’t his own long before. He had to take good care of himself, not letting her worry, as her tears trailed down her cheeks into his heart.
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