Chapter 977:
When Gemma eventually awoke, their eyes locked, and time seemed to pause momentarily. An unspoken connection lingered in the air between them.
In Pierre’s gaze, Gemma discerned a blend of concern, hesitation, and something more profound, which stirred an odd sensation in her heart.
Gemma pondered what Pierre might see in her, not wanting to be perceived as merely a substitute for someone else. With a slight frown, she gently pushed him away.
Regaining his composure, Pierre observed Gemma curled up, the delicate contours of her ears visible. He continued to watch over her quietly until her fever subsided.
As Gemma drifted back into sleep, the only sound was her stomach rumbling softly.
Meanwhile, Pierre went to the kitchen and prepared some easy-to-digest porridge.
“Miss Hampton?” Pierre called out softly.
Gemma opened her eyes slightly.noveldrama
“I made some porridge. Would you like some?” Pierre offered.
Feeling genuinely hungry and enticed by the aroma, Gemma licked her lips, propped herself against the headboard, and…
Gemma opened her mouth.
Pierre hesitated, taken aback.
“Feed me,” she said weakly.
Pierre stiffened. It felt far too intimate. Yet, as it was his duty to comply, he could not refuse. He spooned some porridge and carefully fed her.
After a few spoonfuls, Gemma’s appetite returned. “Did you add sugar to this?” she inquired, her mood lifting. “It’s really good.”
Pierre looked down. “Thank you, Miss Hampton.”
Outside, the thunder continued. Not wanting to be alone, Gemma requested, “Could you sleep on the sofa in my room tonight?”
Pierre instinctively responded, “Mr. Hampton wouldn’t approve.”
She blinked. “You’re not a bad person. It’s no big deal.”
Pierre considered her naivety. “But you really can’t trust a bodyguard completely.”
Not wanting to debate further, Gemma turned away with a snort. “Regardless, you have to stay.”
Pierre watched her for a moment before deciding to stand guard by her bed through the night.
After their wedding, Caden took a six-month break to travel the world on their honeymoon with Alicia.
As summer waned, they approached their final stop: Caden’s hometown, Averibon.
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