Unwilling Trophy Wife (Serena and Victor) novel Chapter 127

Chapter 127

Keith’s eyes drifted to Serena’s wist, which was also wrapped in white bandages. Her injury wasn’t as severe as his, but it still made his chest tighten with guilt

Keith couldn’t stop thinking about how her delicate wrist had endured the brutal scraping of those coarse ropes, and how she’d silently suffered through all that pain and terror. “I’m just relieved you’re okay. Taking care of Alyssa is all the thanks I need he said softly

* take good care of her.” Serena managed to say through her tears. “But I still need to thank you. Thank you for protecting me

Her pare shifted to the bandages wrapped around Keith’s torso. She couldn’t fathom how he’d pushed through such excruciating pain and still found the strength to shield her from harm

If it weren’t for her, Keith never would have gotten hurt in the first place. Serena knew this was a debt she’d carry for the rest of her life.

Serena had barely settled into the chair beside his hospital bed when the door suddenly burst open with a loud bang

Alyssa rushed in, clutching a stuffed bunny against her chest. The moment she saw Keith lying there, tears immediately spilled down her cheeks.

“Wah” Alyssa grabbed Keith’s hand and hold on tight.

Serena watched as Alyssa stood beside the bed, her young face wat with tears. The little girl’s hands moved frantically, but no sound came out of her

mouth

“This is all my fault. Keith got hurt because of me, Serena thought, lowering her head. She couldn’t bring herself to look at Alyssa’s tear–streaked face

“Alyssa, don’t be scared. Daddy just has a little injury. I’ll be all better really soon,” Keith said softly

Alyssa shook her head hard as fat tears rolled down her cheeks. She pointed at Keith’s chest with obvious panic, completely lost about what to do

“Alyssa Serena whispered, her heart breaking for the little girl.

Keith gently patted Alyssa’s head. “It’s really okay, it doesn’t hurt at all. The wound will heal soon. Don’t cry, sweetheart–it breaks my heart when see you upset.”

Alyssa sniffled and wiped her tears with the back of her hand, but the sobs kept coming. She dabbed at her eyes with her fingers while clumsily trying to smooth out the wrinkled blanket on his bed.

Keith watched her closely as she worked so seriously to fix the blanket. Her tiny hands pressed down each wrinkle with such gentle care.

Keith could see how much Alyssa had changed since Serena came into their lives. She was finally learning to love and care for others instead of being that scared little girl who used to hide in comers, shutting everyone out.

He slowly reached out through the pain and gently placed his hand on Alyssa’s head. “You’ve really grown up, sweetheart,” he said softly.

Alyssa stared at Keith with bears streaming down her face, her heart breaking for him. She reached out with her tiny hand and carefully touched his bandaged chest. Then, she pointed at his wound, patted her own chest twice, and pointed back at him.

Keith shook his head gently. “It doesn’t hurt, Alyssa, Daddy’s not in pain, I promise.”

Alyssa reached up and gently touched going to be just fine.”

cheek. Serena crouched down beside them and smoothed Alyssa’s hair. “Don’t be scared, hony Daddy’s

Keith looked at Serena with gratitude. “Thank you.“”

Serena paused for a moment, then shook her head. “I should be the one thanking you

Keith lifted his uninjured hand toward Sarena but stopped hallway through the motion. Instead, he gently patted Alyssa’s head.

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Chapter 127

“Alyssa wouldn’t have opened up so quickly if it weren’t for you,” Keith said softly. He paused for a moment, then added, “Once I’m fully recovered, I’ll take Alyssa back to Zowerin

“This is all my fault,” Serena said, quilt heavy in her voice. “You wouldn’t have gotten hurt if it weren’t for me, and you wouldn’t have had to postpone your trip back”

When Alyssa heard they were going back, she suddenly looked up. She hugged her stuffed bunny tighter and pouted, looking hurt as she stared at Kath. Her fingers tugged at the bunny’s long ears until they were completely stretched out of shape, and she pulled on Serena’s hand more insistently.

“What’s wrong. Alyssa?” Serena crouched down and looked at Alyssa with confusion,

Alyssa’s eyes turned red as she bit her lip and waved her hands frantically, desperately hoping Serena would understand what she was trying to say.

Serena watched Alyssa’s anxious gestures and asked gently, “Alyssa, are you asking if I can come back with you?”

At that, Alyssa’s face lit up with a bright smile. She nodded eagerly and grabbed Serena’s hand, then made a pleading gesture with her other hand.

Serena suddenly found herself at a complete loss. “Alyssa, I..” She wanted to explain but had no idea where to start.

Keith watched Serena’s conflicted expression and paused before speaking again, “Serena, I really do want to invite you to work at my company design philosophy is exactly what we’re looking for. I hope you’ll seriously consider it.”

Your

Serena looked down and gently squeezed Alyssa’s little hand. “Mr. Brannon,” she murmured, her eyes downcast as her fingers nervously twisted together.

She tugged at the hem of her shirt, “I’m really grateful for your invitation and everything you’ve done for me, but right now, I just can’t agree so easily.”

Alyssa frowned and tugged at Serena’s sleeve with her little hand, looking up at her with big, pleading eyes. Then she grabbed Serena’s hand and made a few gestures before pointing at Keith,

She pointed at herself next, and finally made a deliberate hugging gesture toward Serena

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