hapter 26 Then he turned towards me , " Miss Becker , please allow me to take you to the hospital . You need immediate medical attention ! " I thanked for his consideration and spoke politely , " You are so kind , Mr. Leo . But it's not a big deal . " He didn't accept my excuses and said , " But I insist , Miss Becker . " This exchange of formal lines exploded a nuclear bomb of jealousy in Melody's world . She chimed in . " It's just a scratch , babes . Don't waste your time , her foot isn't even bleeding . " " Enough ! " ' I suggest that you don't cause unnecessary trouble here , Melody . Or you and your family will end up on the streets . " The air crackled with tension as Leo grave one slapped Melody hard across her face , she was shushed by Leo's threat . nteresting , their relationship had turned so peculiar . My ex - best friend's situation in front of this crowd was just an action replay of her own melodramas . he made me suffer repeatedly by faking injuries in the past . Like today , if Leo had arrived two minutes later , the small cut on my foot would have healed lready . had paid a heavy price for those moments when Leo came to her rescue and forced me to apologize for nothing . ut seeing Melody , who had basked in his endless affection , experiencing what I had once , left bittersweet feelings in my heart . Although this incident swapper ur positions , appeasing my vindictive soul , I couldn't get rid of feeling emptiness . Please take me to find my Jane first , Mr. Leo . I wish to see my daughter . " le replied to me , " My assistant had already gone to pick Jane and Zoe . They will be here in ten minutes . " hen he ordered his staff to work and invited me to his office . I noticed the simple yet elegant decor inside as I walked through the glass door Leo opened for le . le took me to the sofa for guests and helped me sit , " As you have refused to go to the hospital , please let me treat your wound . " eo brought a first - aid box from the drawer and sat beside me , tenderly tending to my injury . I removed my shoes for better access to the cut , but his fingers rushing over my exposed skin ached my heart . I was speechless when I saw his serious expressions . or years , I yearned for a speck of his affection , hoping that he would tend to my needs once . But it never happened , and here he was , putting utmost efforts to reat a stranger's lacerations . ooking at him for a length of time , I lost control over myself . An involuntary query escaped my mouth in the flow of emotions . Mr. Leo , are you this kind to every partner you had ? " lis indifferent gaze met with mine as he stayed silent in response . I swiftly added to my statement , " I am so sorry for asking such a personal question . Please lon't mind me ." had to remind myself that Leo was showing interest in me because I was slim and beautiful now . That shallow man wasn't capable of loving any woman sincerely . But his solemn tone puzzled me as he straightened up , wiping his hands with tissue . ' No , except..you . I deeply regret it ! " Oh , really ? " Good to know that you are capable of feeling something other than repulsion for your ex - wife ! " Rolling my eyes at him , I chucked inwardly , unable to decipher the true meaning of his statement . What should I ? Should I thank him for remembering the fat , ugly girl ? Or feel sad about his feelings ? Hah , no one cares about your so - called regret , Mr. Leo ! Leo intense stare remained fixed at me as he said nothing after that , making me feel nervous about this whole interaction . So I could only force out a kind smile to neutralize the atmosphere , but well , it became even more awkward . Thankfully , I didn't have to spend more time with Leo as his assistant was punctual . He brought Jane and Zoe in ten minutes . " Mommy ! " My Jane ran towards me , all smiles , I stretched my arms to hug my little girl immediately . Blinking my eyes rapidly , I pushed away the tears pooling in my eyes and examined Jane's body for any injury . She disappeared for hours , so my heart came to peace only after checking her closely . She circled her arms around my neck and pouted . " Why are you so worried , mommy ? I am totally fine ! * I almost lost my mind due to her unexpected disappearance , and now , I couldn't get worried ? 3efore my frustration could leave my lips , Leo's assistant reported . Kids are safe , Sir . he pre - school principal has told me that Jane and Zoe got bored at the meeting , so they both went out to play hide and seek . Meanwhile , they became tired and fell asleep . The teachers have found them in a closet . " Te and Leo : " … Well , that was it for my calm and composed façade , I straightened up and spoke firmly . ane , didn't I ask you to sit on your seat when I left for the bathroom ? " ine nodded in response and lowered her head as I scolded her . 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