Chapter 190
Sebastian helped Rosalie into the car. She was despondent and down in the dumps.
“Rose, where do you want to go? I can drive you there,” Sebastian offered.
“I don’t even know where I want to go.
All she knew was she didn’t want to go home.
After a few seconds, she said again, “Can you take me to a nearby hotel? I want to stay there for a few days.”
Sebastian nodded. “Sure.”
As they were halfway there, Rosalie suddenly sneezed several times in a row. She had caught a cold, probably from getting soaked in the
rain.
At the hotel entrance, Rosalie unbuckled her seatbelt. “Thank you. You’ve really been a big help today.”
“It’s no problem. We’re friends,” Sebastian said with a gentle smile. Rosalie sneezed again.
Just as she was about to get out of the car, Sebastian called out to her, “Wait, you’re sick. Is it okay for you to stay alone in a hotel?”
“It’s okay, it’s just a cold.”
“How about I take you to my place?”
“What?” Rosalie looked surprised.
Afraid she might misunderstand, Sebastian hurried to explain, “It’s not what you’re thinking. You’re pregnant and got caught
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and now, you’re sick. I’m worried about you staying alone in a hotel. You can stay at my place, and I can take care of you.”
“That’s not really necessary. I don’t want to inconvenience you.”
“You won’t be an inconvenience. It’s just me at home, anyway. You shouldn’t be alone right now. Please accept my care as a friend. Whe knows? Maybe one day, I’ll need you to care for me.”
Sebastian couldn’t bear to leave her alone in a hotel. What if she
fainted again? It would be too late to take her to the hospital. That would be terrible!
Rosalie could have managed alone, but hearing Sebastian’s concern for her, a warmth washed over her heart. Sometimes, people were lonely not because they enjoy solitude, but because they had no choice.
“Sebastian, thank you so much,” Rosalie said gratefully.
Hearing Rosalie’s answer, Sebastian knew she was on board with his suggestion. “Let’s go, then.”
Sebastian personally helped her fasten her seatbelt before driving off. As they passed by a mall, Sebastian stopped the car.
“What’s the matter?” Rosalie asked.
“I’m taking you to get some clothes and essentials. I don’t have any women’s clothes at my place, and you probably need some,” he explained.
Rosalie hadn’t even considered this, but Sebastian’s thoughtfulness surprised her. She nodded, and got out of the car.
Rosalie picked out a few clothes and undergarments. Just as she was about to pay, Sebastian handed his card to the cashier.
“Use this,” he insisted.
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“No need,” Rosalie hurriedly declined. “I’ll pay for it myself.”
“It’s okay. Consider it a gift from me,” Sebastian said, insistent on buying them for her.
“Really, you don’t have to,” Rosalie protested. It felt a bit odd for a man to buy underwear for a woman.
Sensing her discomfort, Sebastian relented. “Alright.”
Relieved, Rosalie paid for her items herself. Afterward, Sebastian carried the shopping bags for her as they left the mall.
They arrived back at Sebastian’s house. It was clean and quiet, as it was usually only occupied by him. Even the servants didn’t disturb him when they weren’t needed.
Upon their return, Sebastian noticed a woman sitting on the sofa. Said woman, upon hearing their footsteps, rose from the sofa.
“You’re finally back.”
Young and beautiful, the woman was clearly from an affluent background. She expected only Sebastian to return, and seeing Rosalie with him caught her off guard.
“Who’s this?” she asked.
The scene became awkward, and Rosalie felt a bit lost.
Was this woman Sebastian’s girlfriend? If so, things would get really awkward!
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