Chapter 1293

"Her fever’s already gone, isn’t it?" Hope asked, glancing at Gemma in her cradle.

Resentment slowly took root in her heart. Gemma had stolen everyone’s attention. Why did she have to take Orion’s too?

All Hope wanted was to play a game with Orion, but even that was too much to ask.

"Yes, her fever is down, but I’m still worried," Orion replied, patience wearing thin. His tone held a hint of irritation as he added, "I told you, if you want to play, go play by yourself. Stop bothering me. Gemma is my sister, of course I’m concerned about her!"

Orion no longer felt the same fondness for Hope as before. Gemma might not be Hope's sister, but they were all going to be one family and would be living together.

Shouldn't Hope be just as worried about Gemma’s fever, like a sister would be? How could she still be in the mood to play, and expect him to join her?

"Orion?" Hope froze, her eyes widening.

Orion had just pulled away from her. He had never been so harsh with her before. Tears