Departure with a Belly (Alaric and Victoria) novel Chapter 543

Chapter 543 What Should I Do? 

Lost in thought, she heard the doorknob gently turn, and Alaric entered the room the next moment. When their eyes met, he was momentarily taken aback. He likely had not anticipated Victoria waking up so early and staying in the room, yet there she was, seated on the bed with her phone. 

After having closed the door behind him, he approached the bed and sat on its edge. “Why didn’t you tell me you’re awake?” As he noticed her holding the phone with a somewhat uneasy expression, his expression changed subtly. “What are you looking at?” 

“Nothing,” she responded instinctively, placing the phone beside the pillow. Seizing the opportunity, she asked first. “I feel like I’ve been asleep for a while. You haven’t been wandering around during that time, have you?” 

Speechless, Alaric retorted, “Do you think of me as a child?” Unable to resist, he reached out and pinched Victoria’s nose. “Besides, you’re right here. Where else would I go?” 

The warm touch on her nose left her stunned. She gazed at the handsome features before her, almost blurting out a question about their past and what had transpired between them. However, as the words reached her 

lips, she hesitated and decided to hold them back. 

With the situation appearing complicated and her incomplete memories, she realized that any questions she asked would only provide her with a one–sided perspective. Moreover, how could she expect to make a decision that suited herself based on such a one–sided perspective? 

Forget it. It’s better not to ask. I’ll do my best to regain my memories afterward. With this thought in mind, Victoria secretly made a firm decision. Once she had dealt with the matters at hand, she would seek assistance from Summer when she had the opportunity to meet her. 

Observing the unspoken words reflected in her expression, Alaric contemplated whether to inquire about them. However, after careful consideration, he decided to withhold his question. He believed that if there were something she desired to share, she would do so at the appropriate moment. 

“Are you feeling hungry? Would you like to have some room service here?” 

Though she would have preferred not to mention it, his reminder made her realize that she was indeed hungry and developed a craving for food. 

She nodded. “Okay.” 

Lately, her appetite had noticeably improved, and she gradually increased her food intake. 

“Let’s go.” When Victoria prepared to get up with the support of her hand, Alaric intended to hold her phone on her behalf. However, she swiftly withdrew the phone before his hand could reach it. 

Her movements were swift, as if apprehensive about something happening to her phone. After this action, 

both instinctively froze. 

“Sorry, I just…” She was momentarily unsure of how to explain to him. 

She thought he would be concerned about the matter, but to her surprise, he remained silent for a moment and said, “You can keep your phone. Don’t worry. I’ve returned it to you now. No one else is gonna take it away anymore.” 

Perplexed, Victoria stared at Alaric. Is he genuinely clueless, or is he pretending? 

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“Let’s have our meal first.” He could sense that something was off with her but could not pinpoint the source of her unease. However, since it was mealtime and she was hungry, he decided not to delve into the matter yet. Concerned about her well–being, he simply wanted her to eat without delay. 

She was unaware of his thoughts, and even if he had something to say, he had to wait until after the meal. 

Wearing slippers and a coat, she followed him to the dining room. As they passed the study, she noticed the light was on and unexpectedly came to a halt. “Did you use the study?” 

As they were staying in an upscale presidential suite, it was only natural for the hotel to provide facilities such 

as a study. 

Before entering the room, Victoria vividly recalled that the study’s light was turned off, but it was now switched on. This could only mean that Alaric had used it. 

Sure enough, after she asked, the person walking in front of her paused and replied, “Yes, I used it for a short 

while.” 

Since she had already discovered it, denying it now would only increase her doubts about him. “A short while?” She narrowed her eyes warily. “Are you referring to the time when I was asleep?” 

Stunned, he realized he was exposed. 

“Alaric, were you working?” 

Helpless, he could only sigh inwardly before answering, “Yes, I was working, but it could also be interpreted as a way to relax. I was just sitting on the chair, working with my laptop.” As he said that, he recalled something and added, “I didn’t move around recklessly or anything like that.” 

Victoria remained silent. She pursed her lips and suddenly reached out to lift his coat. “Let me check your 

wound…” 

“Victoria.” He was taken aback by her sudden action as he stood there momentarily stunned, unable to react in time as she swiftly lifted his coat. 

Realizing her intentions, he did not intervene and stood still, letting her examine him. As expected, she meticulously inspected his wounds after lifting his coat. Finding the bandages clean and devoid of any bloodstains, she breathed a sigh of relief. 

Observing her expression, Alaric could not help but chuckle and tease Victoria. “You’re concerned about me, aren’t you?” 

However, she was not in the mood to joke with him. When she looked up, there was a hint of displeasure in her eyes. “You have the mood to tease me, do you? You’re the one who’s injured and should take your rest seriously. It’s only been a few days, so why can’t you refrain from working even for a little while?” 

Faced with her questioning, he could only helplessly respond, “I was just taking care of some work. Besides, I didn’t engage in any frivolous activities, did I?” 

“The state of rest and work is different. Otherwise, why do you think patients need rest? Can it truly be considered resting if you’re working while resting?”