Alivia was unaware of the change within her, her full attention was riveted on the man in front of her. And Bert, not wanting to disturb the hard-earned trust, chose not to mention it, lest they go back to square one.
However, her reaction made Bert understand that she didn't genuinely dislike him. She just hadn't gotten over some emotional hurdles yet. Deep down, she still relied on him and was willing to accept him.
The rest was up to him to work on and gradually erase.
He let out a sigh of relief. Thankfully, she hadn't grown to despise him, something he absolutely couldn't bear to see. If he sensed any form of rejection coming from her heart, he would lose the courage to move further.
He was afraid it might bring her more trouble and hurt.
But luckily, that was not the case.
Bert filled a basin halfway with foot bath water and even put his hand in to test the temperature, showing no signs of disgust.
He effortlessly lifted the basin. His forearm muscles flexed slightly, revealing attractive lines. Alivia trailed behind him, watching as he placed the basin by the window and squatted down in front of it. He patted the edge of the bed and said, "Sit down."
Alivia's hands, hanging by her side, slowly tightened. She walked over nervously and sat down on the bed. Seeing that he was about to lift her foot, she quickly pulled back and said, "I can do it myself..."
"Your hand is injured, it's not convenient," he replied. Without giving her time to refuse further, Bert removed her shoes and put her feet into the warm water.
Her fair feet were covered by crystal-clear water. The ripples reflected the overhead light in segments. Alivia lifted one foot and placed it over the other as if this would make her feel more at ease.
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