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Chapter 570

Author: Rosie Steppe
Isn't this guy supposed to be a total germaphobe?

So why was he always holding my hand or pulling me into random hugs?

Before I could yank my hand away, the guy lying in the hospital bed caught my attention.

It wasn't Hayden.

The guy's face twisted into a scowl as soon as he saw me. His eyebrows shot up. "Why the hell did you bring her here?" he snapped at Hernan.

Hernan didn't even flinch, just held my hand tighter and led me over to the couch. "Taking her to the match. Thought we'd stop by. How's the recovery?"

Bruno's face went this nasty shade of gray, and I knew exactly why. Hayden had crammed a snooker ball in his... well, let's just say it was super awkward.

It was... super awkward.

"Hernan, if you're not helping me get revenge, fine. But why bring her here?" Bruno's voice was full of anger.

"Simple. She's with me now. Don't even think about touching her," Hernan said, holding our joined hands up like he was making some kind of declaration.

Bruno let out a bitter laugh
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