Chapter 27 Thalia trailed behind the paramedics , still dazed from what had happened . What on earth happened ? Charlotte came running over with Victoria Darwin . Im not sure , Thalia shook her head . Grace asked for a lesson , everything was fine , then suddenly Snow just … and Grace fell . It looks bad . Victoria frowned . Thats odd . Snow had her vet check this morning . Perfect health . Something must have spooked her . Right after Grace insisted only Asher could teach her ? Charlottes voice was sharp . Now suddenly wanting Thalia ? Shes been horrid to you from day one . The staff have sedated Snow for examination , Victoria said gently . This isnt your fault , Thalia . Something about Graces smile before the incident kept nagging at Thalias mind . Her instincts told her this was no accident . But why would Grace do this ? Then she remembered Ashers expression , and it clicked . The realization hit her : Grace had actually risked herself just to cause trouble between them . On only their second meeting . She was utterly mad . In the ambulance , Grace played her part to perfection pale , tearful , utterly helpless . Asher , she whimpered , it hurts so much … Were nearly there , he said softly . Lets see what the doctors say . I was so scared . Her tears flowed freely . When I fell I thought Id never see you again . She gripped his hand . Ive ruined everything , havent I ? Everyone was having such a lovely time before I … I always make such a mess of things . Dont be silly . His eyes softened with concern . Not his blood sister , but he loved her just the same . 16:14 Almost there now , he soothed . It doesnt hurt as much when youre here , she sniffled . He stroked her hair gently . Still my little sister , arent you ? At the hospital , the doctors found her injuries werent severe a fractured coccyx , soft tissue damage , a slightly dislocated elbow , and scrapes . No internal injuries , thankfully . A months stay for the stable fracture , they said . After painkillers , Grace finally quieted . Thalia reached the hospital room just as she heard Graces voice . Asher , she was saying plaintively , I cant manage with this cast . Wont you help feed me ? Thalia hesitated at the door . Ill get a nurse , Asher said firmly . No , please , Graces voice turned sweet . I want my brother to help . Why wont you ? Youre not a child anymore , his tone was gentle but firm . And Im engaged now about to marry Lia . We need to be appropriate . Thalias heart skipped . She hadnt expected him to refuse Grace for her sake . Graces sweetness vanished instantly . Appropriate ? Between siblings ? Is she really that insecure ? She causes my accident and youre worried about her feelings ? Thalia turned to leave . She wouldnt stay where she wasnt wanted . Ashers voice held warning . Weve talked about this . Thalia will be your sister in law . Show some respect . A nurse appeared with an IV . Excuse me . They both spotted Thalia at the door . What are you doing here ? Graces eyes flashed with hatred . Lia , Asher said warmly , almost simultaneously . The nurse started the IV as Grace glared at Thalia . 16:14 Chapter 27 Are you suggesting I did this to myself ? Thalia met her gaze steadily . Grace had expected panic or guilt not this calm assurance . She recovered quickly , turning to Asher with fresh tears . I know our first meeting wasnt good , she said tremulously . I wanted to make it right today . Shell be my sister in law … I thought we could be closer . Her performance was perfect . Thats why I asked her to teach me . I didnt know she hated me so much . She kicked Snow when I wasnt looking the horse went wild . I was terrified . The tears flowed freely now . I understand if she dislikes me , but why hurt me ? What have I done wrong ? She watched Asher carefully through her tears . His brow furrowed slightly , but his voice stayed gentle . Lia , what actually happened at the stables ? Under her blanket , Graces free hand clenched . He didnt believe her . Why was he so gentle with her ? Where was his anger ? The memories fueled her rage . At school , when girls bullied her , hed had them expelled instantly . When boys harassed her at sixth form , hed had them beaten and hospitalized . At university , when that stalker photographed her , Asher had ensured hed never hold a camera again . Now she lay here injured , in casts and on IVs and his first concern was Thalias side of the story ? Pure jealousy consumed her . Grace wanted nothing more than to leap up and strike Thalia where she stood . In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. 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