Chapter 23
Chapter 23
Before Hilda arrived, Jesse had already filled her in on Autumn’s condition, so she was well aware of what was going on.
Autumn forced a slight smile and corrected her, “You’ve misunderstood. He’s not my boyfriend p>
At best, he was just someone she knew, not even a close friend.
But this time, Keith had helped her, and she owed him a huge favor.
Hilda paused for a moment, but didn’t press the issue.
She ladled the oatmeal from the container and placed it in front of Autumn.
“Would you like me to feed you p>
“No need p>
Autumn shook her head. “I can manage on my own p>
She took the bowl, blew on it gently, and began sipping slowly.
The warmth settled in her stomach, easing the pain.
Meanwhile, Julian’s expression darkened the moment Autumn abruptly hung up on him.
He had no intention of getting involved in her affairs again.
Tossing his phone aside, he got up for a glass of water.
After drinking, he went straight back to work, quickly pushing aside the frustration.
Today’s conference hadn’t been a total loss.
At least he’d managed to connect with some major players in the industry through Simon.
By ten o’clock, Julian finally finished going through all his emails.
He rubbed his aching temples.
Just as he shut his laptop, a video call from Luna popped up. 1
He answered.
On the other end, Luna was sitting on a hotel bed in a sheer bunny outfit, her eyes half–lidded with desire.
She brought a glass of red wine to her lips, her gaze sultry and slow as she smiled seductively.
“Julian, are you still working? Why don’t you come out for a little midnight snack and take the edge off p>
Taking in her provocative pose and curves, Julian ran his tongue along his molars.
“Didn’t I satisfy you last night p>
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Chapter 23
Luna slowly slid one of her straps off her shoulder.
The already sheer fabric shifted with her movement, revealing the pale skin of her chest.
She threw a playful wink at the camera and lowered the other strap, baring her flawless collarbone.
+25 BONUS
With every subtle move, the curves of her chest teased into view, sending a wave of temptation right through
the screen.
She curled her red lips into a smile, her sweet, high–pitched voice laced with seductive charm.
“Julian, are you coming? Offer expires soon p>
Desire surged in Julian’s eyes. “Send me your location p>
Luna stood up as her dress slipped to the floor.
She didn’t care in the slightest and took another sip of wine.
The red liquid traced down from her lips.
She licked the corner of her mouth with her tongue. “I’ll be waiting at our usual spot p>
Autumn spent two comfortable days resting in the hospital.
Hilda took excellent care of her, tending to everything with meticulous attention.
All Autumn had to do was eat and sleep–Hilda handled the rest.
During this time, Julian didn’t call her again, as if her disappearance had no effect on him whatsoever.
Only Ethan called, asking how she was feeling and when they could meet up for a meal.
On the third day, Autumn’s scheduled consultation with the specialists arrived.
At nine in the morning, Jesse showed up at the hospital.
Adjusting the glasses on his nose, he said to her, “Miss Lewis, Mr. Sinclair asked me to take you to see Dr. Mills p>
Peter Mills was one of the country’s top cancer specialists and the maternal grandfather of Keith’s childhood friend, Lucas Whitman.
“Alright.” Autumn, who was sipping water, nodded and set the cup down before following Jesse out.
Peter was a man in his seventies.
Though his temples were graying and he wore reading glasses, he still looked energetic and sharp.
When he saw Autumn enter, he smiled and motioned for her to sit. “Please, have a seat p>
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