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The greater show unfolded after dinner. Julia insisted that since the couple was pretending to reconcile,
they should start adapting to their roles. Otherwise, it would be embarrassing if they were exposed
later. Her intention was to have them sleep in the same room.
Gareth opposed immediately. "That's inappropriate. We're just pretending to get back together."
There was a sudden change in Julia's expression. She glanced at Elisa. Perceiving Elisa's silence, she
said, "You brat, Elisa hasn't said anything. Who are you to oppose? All other rooms are locked. You
have no choice but to stay in the same room. If you're reluctant, you can sleep in the dog kennel!"
Elisa was dumbfounded to be suddenly cued by Julia. She didn't speak up just now because she
believed Gareth could handle the situation. Little did she expect him to be this unreliable.
Julia looked at Elisa with a gentle expression and spoke softly as if she was afraid of intimidating her.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Just let the housekeeper know if there's anything you need. I'm old and can't afford to go to bed late.
Goodnight then."
With that, Elisa watched Julia gleefully ascending the stairs. The latter looked energetic and didn't look
unwell at all.
Elisa only retracted her gaze after Julia disappeared from her sight.
"Why didn't you insist just now? Do you really want to sleep in the same room with me?"
Gareth put on a mischievous smile and stared fixedly at Elisa as if he wanted to see through her. They
were standing in such close proximity that their lips were inches away.
Elisa pushed Gareth away and said, "You're overthinking. I just didn't expect you to be so useless."
Then, she walked into the room.
Gareth wanted to stop her but accidentally tore his wound, causing him to wince in pain.
Elisa instinctively slowed her pace and turned back to him after hesitating briefly. "Are you dead yet?"
Gareth grinned when he heard Elisa's voice. "I'm just kidding. I'm not gonna die so easily."
"You're such a nuisance."
"Right back at you."
Julia's grin broadened as she eavesdropped on their conversation. Finally, she returned to her room in
satisfaction.
Meanwhile, Elisa and Gareth had a dispute over who should sleep on the big bed.
"Mind you. This is my room."
"You should discern the current situation. You're the one who needs my help."
"I'm injured."
"What's that got to do with me?"
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThey were at loggerheads, and none was willing to give in.
"Forget about it. I must have nothing better to do to fight with you over a bed. You can take it."
Elisa took a blanket and walked toward the couch. Just as she was about to lie down, Gareth came out.
"You should sleep inside."
Elisa ignored him and continued her action.
Glancing at her indifferently, Gareth said nothing but lifted Elisa onto his shoulder and carried her into
the room.
Elisa was shocked. "Let go of me!"
She struggled to get onto the floor, but Gareth said sternly, "Stay still. If you touch my wound…"
Hearing that, Elisa stopped struggling. Gareth was satisfied with her response.
His movements were surprisingly gentle when he put her on the bed. "You can take the room. I'll sleep
outside."
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