novelxo Chapter 168
Chapter 168
"How have I targeted him?" Connor's voice was sharp and defensive.
"You've got him living and working on the front lines with the workers, and he can't leave without permission. That's a bit much, don't you think?" Chloe's tone was calm but firm.
Connor let out a cold laugh. "Oh, did he come crying to you? What else did he say?"
Chloe's voice turned icy. "No, he didn't. Actually, I don't care what you do. I just hope you won't let your personal feelings get in the way because of me. The Paradise Resort project is too big to be tainted by personal grudges."
Chloe was always clear-headed. She never entertained the idea of getting back together with Lucas.
But Connor, well, he was a different story. Spending days and nights together had left her feeling a bit lost.
This man's possessiveness was overwhelming. Even though they had set clear boundaries, he kept crossing the line. At this rate, it was only a matter of time before things went south.
Connor sneered, "It's just a leave of absence, right? Fine. I'll send someone personally."
Then, Connor hung up.
In less than half an hour, his people arrived. He had actually sent a helicopter.
That was probably for the best, as driving back would take at least two hours.
With the helicopter, they were in Riverbrook in under thirty minutes.
Lucas was rushed to Saint Ryan Hospital.
After a thorough examination, they found he had a lung contusion. Luckily, he was brought in time; otherwise, surgery would have been necessary. Chloe handled Lucas' hospital admission procedures. Two hours later, Lucas was in a hospital gown, lying in the VIP ward.
After sorting everything out, Chloe said, "You should stay in the hospital and focus on your treatment for a few days. Don't worry about anything else until you've recovered."
Lying in bed, Lucas softly called her name, "Chloe..."
Chloe frowned. "Lucas, I'm grateful you saved me, but nothing between us will change because of this incident. So, don't get any ideas. It'll only lead to disappointment."
Lucas' eyes darkened. It was as if she could see right through him.
Feeling embarrassed, Lucas quickly
d the subject. "Don't tell my
parents about my injury. I don't want them to worry."
Chloe replied calmly, "Then I'll find a nurse for you."
Disappointment flashed across Lucas' face. He had actually hoped she would visit him daily.
"You get some rest. I'm leaving now."
As Chloe reached the door, Lucas called out, "Will you come tomorrow?"
Chloe paused. "Sorry, I might not have time in the next few days."
She understood Lucas' feelings all too well, but she didn't want to be entangled with him over her gratitude.
Leaving the hospital, she walked down the hallway and bumped into Connor.
Connor looked sullen as if he were brooding over something. Still, he took the initiative to ask, "How is he?"
"Lung contusion. He needs to be hospitalized," Chloe replied.
Connor was silent for a moment, then sneered, "Quite the expense."
Chloe glanced at him. "Can you not be so childish?"
Connor stared at Chloe standing before him. She was still in her professional attire. Though
undeniably beautiful, her
seriousness made her seem
especially aloof and intimidating.
Connor knew the likelihood of Lucas scheming was slim. Still, the incident had now tangled up the two of them when they had cleanly broken off before.
Just thinking about it made Connor unreasonably angry.
However, he also knew that Chloe had no patience for him. All she thought about was how to keep their distance.
Even in the most passionate moments, she stayed clear-headed.