Chapter 449
Chapter 449:
Richard noticed the guarded expression on Jenessa’s face, and it saddened him. In the past, she had never shielded herself like this from him.
Understanding the reason for her sudden defensiveness, he swallowed the bitterness rising in his throat, managed a smile, and whispered, “I heard about the accident yesterday, the rear-end collision while you were driving. I was so worried about you that I had to come see you p>
He paused, a sigh laden with guilt escaping him.
“This is all my fault. I’m the reason you’re like this p>
Reflecting on his impulsive actions the day before filled him with regret.
Meanwhile, Jenessa clutched the covers, her wariness palpable in the quiet of the hospital ward.
“It has nothing to do with you,” she corrected, her voice steady.
“I fainted because of hypoglycemia p>
Richard stepped closer, his approach cautious but earnest.
“Jenessa, I’m sorry for what I did yesterday. It was impulsive and wrong. Please, forgive me p>
“I don’t blame you,” she murmured, her lips pressed tightly together.
Richard’s smile waned, a look of disappointment crossing his features.
“Jenessa, I feel like you’ve pulled away from me. Is there no chance we can even remain friends p>
Jenessa’s mind scrambled at his words, revealing more about his true feelings than he had intended.
The memory of his confessions the previous day—made under the influence—weighed heavily on her.
At that moment, more than anything, Jenessa wished for Ryan to arrive, to spare her from the growing discomfort.
“Please, just listen,” Richard continued, unwilling to surrender his feelings.
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“I’ve liked you for a long time. Could you consider giving me a chance? I promise, I’ll take care of you p>
At that moment, Ryan’s icy voice cut through the tension.
“I can take care of my wife myself. Don’t bother p>
Richard turned to see Ryan approaching with a cold demeanor.
“Why are you here?” he asked, his voice tinged with displeasure.
Ryan’s sneer was palpable as he positioned himself by the bedside, effectively shielding Jenessa from Richard’s view.
“I’m Jenessa’s man. It’s my place to be here. Is there a problem with that?” His words carried a clear possessive edge, a silent warning to Richard about his boundaries.
Unfazed, Richard retorted sharply, “Drop the pretense. You don’t deserve Jenessa.” His gaze hardened as he taunted, “Aren’t you Maisie’s man p>
Ryan’s expression darkened at the mention of Maisie, a sore point in his relationship with Jenessa. He didn’t want to dredge up painful memories for her, so he snapped, “Shut the fuck up p>
Richard, persistent, continued, “You once chose Jenessa over Maisie, putting Jenessa in great danger. And now you’ve grown tired of Maisie and thrown her in jail. How can someone as heartless as you claim any right to be close to Jenessa again p>
“You—” Ryan began, visibly furious.
Caught in the middle, Jenessa’s voice broke through their escalating confrontation.
“Ryan, stop arguing. Where were you just now? Did you get me something to eat p>
Redirected by Jenessa’s interjection, Ryan softened immediately.
“No, I was just talking to the doctor p>
But Richard cut in, his tone dripping with sarcasm.