Marrying the Ugly Heir for Truth and Wealth novel Chapter 282

The car made its way back to Scenic Garden Manor.

In the car, the three of them stared at each other as a heavy silence hung in the air.

Charlie let out a soft sigh. “Christina, I’m sorry for my inability to handle this situation properly.”

If I had made myself clear from the very beginning and told Linda to give up, this wouldn’t have happened to her.

Christina shook her head gently and replied, “I’m fine. Don’t tell Nathaniel about this.” Her voice remained calm.

Julia’s expression turned grave as she contemplated the consequences of Nathaniel discovering this incident. She was well aware that her son would not let the matter slide easily.

Christina is so thoughtful it makes me feel sorry for her.

“We’ll handle it. You should get some rest back at home! Julia told her.

Christina parted her lips to say, “Good night, Dad and Mom.”

She opened the door and got out of the car to head into the house.

The drug’s side effects had worn off, but Christina felt herself getting drawn to the bed.

Her mind was muddled, and her footsteps felt burdened as she made her way to the bed. Exhausted and drained, she collapsed onto the mattress, succumbing to the embrace of sleep without even realizing it.

In the middle of the night, she found herself stirring as someone called her name repeatedly.

“Christina? Christina…”

A warm breath tickled her ear, seemingly draining away the moisture in her body, leaving her feeling parched and dry.

Christina forced her eyes open and saw Nathaniel’s handsome face in front of her. His hair was wet; it seemed that he had just stepped out of the shower.

A few strands of his disheveled hair dangled above his forehead as he fixated his intense gaze on her.

His jaw tensed as he spoke, emitting an intimidating aura.

“Why didn’t you answer your phone?” Nathaniel asked nonchalantly.

Christina reached out for her phone instinctively and realized she had missed at least a dozen of calls.

My phone was taken away from me when I got locked up, so I didn’t get to answer his calls.

Before she could reply, Nathaniel placed the back of his hand on her forehead and furrowed his brows. “You’re running a temperature. Why didn’t you say anything about that?”

Christina let out a weak grunt. “No wonder I felt so sleepy earlier. It’s fine. I just need more sleep.”

She didn’t feel like explaining things and ended up not revealing how Linda kept her captive to Nathaniel.

Nathaniel pulled a face and began to blame himself. “I had no idea you were ill the entire day. Let me get the doctor to check on you.”

He pulled out his phone to summon the doctor.

Christina studied Nathaniel’s handsome face, which was now only inches away from her. It was a rare sight to see him with such a serious expression. A deep furrow formed between his brows as he emanated a dark and unapproachable aura.

He’s angry and worried because of me.

With that thought in mind, Christina felt warmth and bliss spread all over her heart.

Soon, the doctor arrived and checked her thoroughly. He then prescribed her some traditional medicine before leaving.

Christina fell asleep a while later..

Her peaceful slumber was abruptly interrupted by the repulsive odor of a medicinal concoction the following morning. With a grimace of discomfort, she reluctantly opened her eyes, her face contorted in anguish. “What on earth is this? It stinks!”

“It’s traditional medicine. Be good and take it so you can recover,” Nathaniel coaxed her gently.

His deep and charming voice was music to Christina’s ears.

“Can I not drink it and take some pills instead?” Christina replied, not daring to open her mouth wide.

“Traditional medicine is good for your health and won’t burden your stomach,” Nathaniel explained.

He gently supported her, allowing her to rest against his chest as he carefully fed her the concoction like she was a child in need of care. “Be a good girl.” he whispered soothingly. “Once you finish the medicine, rest at home. I’ll come back as soon as I finish my work to keep you company.”

Christina had to pinch her nose to finish the concoction. The liquid stained her lips as she complained, “Oh, it’s so bitter…”

Christina felt her cheeks warm up under his intense gaze. As the subtle heat spread to her ears, she instinctively pulled the covers up. “You should go to work now,”