Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess novel Chapter 42

Josefina was surrounded by a bunch of folks, feeling a bit sheepish. "I'm fine, the cut is just a scratch. I can get out of bed and walk around right now." She tried to stand up and take a few steps to show everyone she was alright on her feet.

Hattie grabbed her, insisting she lie down and rest up. "Josie, you've got to chill on the bed for a while," Hattie advised.

Garrett chimed in, "Your mom's right, just listen to her, will ya?"

Hattie, all worried, went on, "Josie, once you're home, you just lie down and rest. I'll find you a nurse who'll stick to you like glue, 24/7."

Garrett nodded, "I've ordered a bunch of health supplements for you. You can really build yourself back up once you're home."

The doctors were gobsmacked. Was all that really necessary?

However, they didn't dare say a word, just kept their thoughts to themselves.

Josefina rolled up her trouser leg, "Look, I'm really not hurt."

Oliver looked down, his eyes filled with lust at the sight of her leg. He gently pulled her trousers back down, "Better to lie down and rest some more."

Josefina fell silent. Were these people treating her like she was made of glass or what?

Just then, Lena walked in, "Mom, Dad, I'm the docter here. Let me check on my sister."

Josefina swiftly declined, "The wound's already been dressed, no need for a check-up."

Hattie, looking at the bandaged wound, told Lena, "Your sister's all patched up, no check-up needed for now."

Lena nodded, "Okay."

Hattie added, "Josie, I had the kitchen cook up some soup. Make sure you drink a couple of bowls when you get home."

Garrett said, "I'll go grab a wheelchair to wheel Josie home so she can rest up. We've got the family doc on speed dial just in case."

Josefina, not wanting to be a bother, protested, "I can walk on my own..."