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Chapter 462
Chapter 462
Mrs. Amanda’s eyelids were twitching with anger, and it seemed Matthew was born to be her nemesis.
Matthew kept his distance, saying, “I didn’t say anything wrong. Since when does getting engaged not require the consent of the people involved?”
“Shut your mouth!”
Rubbing her temples in frustration, Mrs. Amanda glanced at Orion before storming off. This was something she needed to carefully think over.
Orion turned to Matthew, “What are you doing at the hospital?”
“Well, I came to get checked up, of course. But then I heard my sister–in–law got into a scuffle, so I came to check on her.”
“She’s fine, doesn’t need your concern. I have something else I need you to do.”
Watching his stepmother’s retreating figure, Orion knew that if she could find her way to the hospital, so could the Sinclairs. He was determined to clear any rumors before Lemira was discharged, ensuring she didn’t suffer any indignity.
He shifted his gaze back to Matthew, who was the best man for the job at hand.
Matthew felt a chill run down his spine. “Hey, bro, if you’ve got something to say, just say it. Don’t give me that
look.”
It sent shivers down his spine, and he knew it spelled trouble.
After Orion had given his instructions, he returned to Lemira’s room, finding her in low spirits.
“What’s wrong? Who called you just now?”
Lemira hesitated, unsure if she should bring it up with Orion.
The doctor came in for a routine check–up and announced, “Ms. Langston, if there are no further complications, you can be discharged today.”
“Thank you, doctor.”
Lemira felt she was ready to leave days ago, but Orion had insisted she stay.
Once the doctor left, seeing Lemira’s excitement, Orion knew she’d been stir–crazy in the hospital.
After completing the discharge formalities, Lemira planned to head back to her dorm. She was behind on her coursework and worried about her team’s base.
Orion had no choice but to drive her back to the university.
Parking at the campus entrance, he took Lemira’s hand. “Avoid the gym until you’re fully recovered. Then, I’ll join you for a workout.”
“If you join me, wouldn’t that be wasting the gym membership fee?”
Orion flicked her forehead. “If anyone hassles you over the livestream or anything else, let me know immediately.”
With a slight smile, Lemira said, “I’ll head off then.”
Watching her leave, Orion found himself unexpectedly reluctant to let her go.
Upon returning to her dorm, Lemira’s injuries were still visible, especially the bruises on her arm.
Climbing the stairs, her dormmates noticed her injuries. Lemira deliberately wore short sleeves, unafraid of showing her wounds.
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Janice was thrilled to see her back. “Why didn’t you tell me you were coming?”
Noticing Lemira’s injuries, Janice was instantly concerned. “Does it still hurt?”
“Only if touched, but it’s nothing serious.”
As Lemira closed the dorm door, she noticed someone had moved into the previously empty bed,
Janice mentioned, “She just arrived today, hasn’t moved in yet. Looks like she’s loaded, all her stuff is branded.” Since Clara had taken a break and moved out, it had been just the two of them.
Lemira didn’t dwell on it and rested after freshening up.
The next day, wearing shorts and a tee, Lemira’s bruises were conspicuous, a common summer outfit notwithstanding.
Arriving at the academic building, she encountered Evelina, dressed in long sleeves and pants to hide her
bruises.
Evelina rushed to Lemira, grabbing her hand and crying, “Lemmy, it’s all my fault. I caused the misunderstanding between you and Caspian. Blame me, please.”
Lemira remained cool. “Blame you for what? Make it clear so everyone can understand.” Evelina’s eyes darted around before she knelt down, biting her lip.
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