Because right now, it wasn't the worry that he was in danger that drove her forward, but the worry of what would happen when he was finally awake. Kendrick was safe, he was out of danger already. The only thing that remained was the impending danger looming over her head like dark clouds. She stepped out of the elevator and her footsteps got slower as she neared the door where the bodyguards were still patrolling. As she got closer, she couldn't help but pause for a few seconds. Then she continued walking and her ears caught noises.Hailey's heart did a leap as several voices came from the room. Was Kendrick awake? She gasped and pushed past the bodyguard who was about to open the door for her.She didn't even wait to respond to their greetings. She didn't have the time to notice them. Her apprehension and gloom were long forgotten. Even her guilt, as she barged inside the room. And her eyes were met with Kendrick's face. She almost tripped, her knees immediately went weak while h
"Hailey." Kendrick's palm was still on her face, his other hand still holding her waist. He went ahead to brush her hair aside. Her messed up hair. She didn't even get to brush it properly—'Urgh! Get a hold of yourself, Hailey.'Kendrick let out a soft laugh and went on. "Are you scared that you'll lose me?" His eyes flashed with amusement. "Have you been crying because you're afraid I wouldn't wake up?" Hailey's lips parted. And she blinked, before shaking her head quickly. This shameless man. W-Was she afraid because of that? Of course not. She was just scared that her baby would come out and find her father gone— yes, it was because of her baby. Otherwise, why the hell would she be afraid? Kendrick studied her face, his smile widening. Then he leaned downward, his hand still on her cheek.Hailey's heart was about to rip out of her ribcage. What in the world was happening? What the hell was Kendrick about to do? She struggled again, but heck! He was too strong. How could he be
And without a second thought, Hailey quickly let go of his shirt and stumbled backward. She didn't want to witness this. She didn't want to look at his face. 'Urgh,' she even wanted them to go back to moments ago when she was feeling all embarrassed and agitated. She didn't even know what to say. She didn't know how to start speaking or where to start. Sharon had made it seem like she was a shameless person. That stupid girl had weaved her into a perfect trap. If she started apologizing now, it would only prove her words right. The silence was so suffocating, Hailey couldn't breathe. She kept her head down for God knew how long. But she knew sooner or later, she had to face the music.It was either she spoke first or Kendrick erupted first. Her hands fisted the sides of her dress and she bit her lips hard. Gathering every courage she could, Hailey lifted her head to meet Kendrick's face and his anger. And true to her thoughts, when she looked up, his eyes were dark. And anger wa
Kendrick looked away from her and faced the Butler instead."Master, you asked for me?" The Butler looked between him and Hailey. She could see the confusion on his face. Because Hailey knew that she looked so scared at the moment, it was even reflecting on her face. "I want you to get me my phone," Kendrick said. "Oh. I have it here with me." The Butler turned to him and quickly reached for his pocket, then he drew a phone out. "I picked it from the study when I went back to the house. Here it is, Master." He handed Kendrick the phone. Kendrick took it and placed it beside him on the bed. "Do you need anything else, Master?" Asked the Butler. Kendrick muttered an answer and waved his hand to dismiss him. After the Butler left, there was silence in the ward. Kendrick kept on staring at Hailey, his frown returning. He didn't care calling her to come close again, and before she could react, his hands reached forward and he caught her hand.Hailey yelped and she tried to struggle
That piqued Hailey's curiosity. But in a safe way. Which of Kendrick's employees had the guts to tell him that? Well, well, that was interesting. "I'm in the hospital," Kendrick replied to that person, his voice getting dark.There was silence from the other end, before the voice spoke. And it started asking Kendrick a barrage of questions about why he was sick. And what his sickness was. Kendrick didn't answer that and he went on. "Just tell her. And don't let her know I'm sick."The other person started demanding again to know why. There was a whining tone to his voice. He also sounded agitated. Was that even one of his employees? Kendrick spoke with him so casually, it must be someone else. And who was that Rosslyn? Why didn't he want her to know he was sick? He seemed to be hiding his sickness from a lot of people. And Rosslyn was a girl's name. Why didn't he want her to know?Hailey frowned as he kept on speaking on his phone. That person continued pestering him about why he
"You can start taking your drugs," The Doctor said and the nurse picked something from her tray. It was a bag. A white bag. The same kind of white bag. Hailey found herself staring too long and she quickly looked away. The doctor's eyes returned to her cautiously, before he faced Kendrick again and continued, "These drugs are safer, as you requested. Please make sure you take them. We'll speak later."Kendrick gave him a reply with a nod. Hailey didn't like the look the doctor was giving her, because she honestly didn't understand. And before he could turn around and leave with the nurse, she found herself blurting out."Is there a way I can help?" She asked. Because if her thoughts were correct, this doctor didn't seem to like her. He had treated Kendrick last time, and he knew what she did. Maybe that was why he was acting so secretive and treating her this way. Otherwise, why wouldn't he speak with Kendrick in front of her? "Yes, Madam." The doctor answered her question and g
Kendrick didn't hide his reluctance and that only made her more determined. Hailey had made sure to follow the doctor's prescription, and had made him swallow a pill from each of the drugs cards. It didn't take long for the drugs to start working, because a few seconds later, he lay down on the bed and fell asleep. But Kendrick didn't close his eyes until he had given Hailey another glare. She covered her mouth to stifle another laughter, as he slept. He fought the sleep, however, he couldn't fight it for long."Madam." The Butler who had stayed in the room and watched everything, flabbergasted, pulled Hailey to the side. "Could you please take care of Master's medication from now?" He whispered while his eyes went to the bed. Hailey gave him a nod and patted him on the shoulder. "I'll be honored, Collins. Just leave it to me.""Thank you, Madam. That is very nice of you." The Butler beamed at her, he almost hugged Hailey. The poor man looked so relieved that she wouldn't be surpr
He might say something like he wouldn't dare to, only his stupid Master had the right to get her contact. Well, Hailey had immediately blocked Kendrick's contact the moment he put it inside her phone. They never spoke on the phone once. And she started contemplating. She contemplated for a while. If she unblock him now and gave him a call, would he listen to her and send one of the bodyguards to come pick her up? But what if he didn't? Kendrick was as stubborn as a mule and as hard as a rock. She might just waste her time trying to convince him. If that man had his mind set on something, talking him out of it was like telling a weed to stop growing. And that Rick. Even if she had his contact, he was going to follow his precious Master's command in the end.'Argh' Hailey wanted to pull at her hair. And she sat down on the couch. She folded her hands and puffed up her cheeks. Why was he this stubborn? She couldn't help but ask for the umpteenth time. He should be grateful that she