Family on Their Knees Heart Turned to Ice novel Chapter 802

"Are you in physical pain?" he asked, his gaze narrowing.

Bella shook her head frantically. "No, absolutely not. I'm fine. Once this fever breaks, I'll be back at the office. Please don't worry."

Go to the hospital? Absolutely not. Her body was covered in brutal lashes from the loan shark's enforcers, extending even to her most intimate areas. Seeking medical attention would leave a permanent record. She couldn't let a scandal like that destroy her future.

"Are you sure it's not serious?" Sebastian asked, still playing the part of the concerned fiancé.

Bella nodded firmly. "I'm positive. It's just a sudden fever that's making my body ache. The doctor said it hit me harder because I rarely get sick. It's nothing to stress over."

Sebastian feigned a doubtful look but accepted her excuse. "Alright, no hospital. But you need to lie down. I'll have someone from the estate come over to take care of you and bring some dinner. You're in no shape to go out, and you need something nutritious to rebuild your strength."

Bella looked up at him, struck by his unexpected tenderness. Perhaps her vulnerability had softened him. A sense of relief washed over her. At least he wasn't angry about her missing work. Maybe she could finally catch a break tomorrow.

Her body ached terribly as Sebastian guided her to the bed. She didn't dare lean back against the mattress, having spent the past day sleeping on her side or face down. The pain was excruciating, and the isolation of hiding it made it even worse.

"You don't need to send anyone," she murmured. "I can manage. I just need to eat, take my pills, and sleep. Having someone hovering will only disturb me."

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