The Rose He Showed Off Is Putting Down Roots in a Garden of Her Own novel Chapter 37

Zane, on the other hand, remained perfectly composed. Smoothly and naturally, he helped her to her feet, offering a calm explanation. "You passed out suddenly. I gave you some sugar cubes from your bag."

Her face burning red, Elara frantically thanked him. Flustered yet trying to sound professional, she explained that she suffered from severe hypoglycemia and hadn't eaten breakfast, which triggered the episode.

She knew she should properly thank Zane for practically saving her life, but...

Passing out in his arms was a reality she absolutely could not process right now. All she wanted was to flee the scene immediately.

"M-Mr. Whitaker, I won't take up any more of your time. I'll take my leave now."

Elara took a step forward, but her legs instantly buckled. She stumbled, and Zane shot out a hand to catch her.

"Careful!"

In the heat of the moment, Zane’s arm wrapped securely around her waist.

Elara’s face burned even hotter.

"T-thank you, Mr. Whitaker."

"Rest for a minute," Zane urged.

"No, I'm perfectly fine now. Goodbye!"

Without another word, Elara hurried away.

Zane had never seen this side of Elara.

The Elara Vance he knew was always composed, poised, and unshakeable.

Today, she was flustered.

And blushing.

Was she... feeling shy?

Zane watched her elegant silhouette practically fleeing the scene, a soft smile spreading across his lips as he dusted off his trousers.

Honestly...

She looked beautiful no matter what she did.

Nearby, Jasper waited until Mrs. Sterling had completely vanished before strolling over, only to find his ridiculously dramatic former brother-in-law...

Completely intoxicated again.

Did he steal a kiss or something?

"Boss, if you had just treated my sister like this back in the day, you wouldn't be a bachelor right now."

"Your sister doesn't need a husband. She needs servants."

"Jasper!" Jocelyn's voice suddenly echoed from nearby.

Jasper had been leaning against the archway and was instantly spotted by Jocelyn.

Inside the courtyard, Zane quickly lowered his voice. "Get out of here, now."

Jasper turned around. "What's up, Sis?"

"You're driving me today."

"Sis, I don't know about that. I draw a salary from the Whitaker Group. I have a boss to chauffeur."

Hearing the distinct click of high heels approaching, Zane hissed from inside the gate, "Piss off!"

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The second they reunited, Julian caught the faint, rosy flush on his wife's cheeks. His eyes immediately narrowed into dangerous slits.

They had known each other for over a decade. He knew exactly what that flush meant.

Where had she gone?

Who had she met?

Could she really not resist throwing herself at men, even at an event like this?

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