However, Nancy never would have expected everything to turn out so smoothly, with so many coincidences on their side. ’I guess it’s their destiny. The gods knew that they still had unresolved fate with each other, and forced the two together in their own mysterious ways.’
Sebastian chid in warmly. "Joan, I heard about your situation from Nancy, and rest assured that the sanatorium will provide everything you need to help Mr. Moran recover as soon as possible."
"Thank you! Thank you so much!" Joanna was so touched that she teared up, and bowed to everyone deeply.
"It’s getting late, so why don’t you and Mr. Moran go get so rest for now? We have arranged the west wing suite for you – it has the coziest environnt we can provide. Not only can you cook, rest, read freely, you can even take a hot bath under the beautiful night sky while listening to streams of water gushing gently. It is truly a place for relaxation." The vice dean, also known as Sebastian’s wife, Yulia Norris, introduced the place warmly.
"Alright, thanks Mrs. Walker, and sorry for the trouble." Joanna looked at the woman gratefully. She used to be her mother’s best friend after all. ’If Mom was still alive, she probably would look as peaceful and content as her.’
"Oh child, there’s no need to be so polite with . Go get so rest. We still have a lot of ti, so we’ll talk so other day," Yulia replied as she stared at the woman sympathetically. She seed as if she had a lot to say, but it could only be expressed through a silent hug in the end.
Led by the sanatorium staff, Joanna passed the exquisite courtyard and arrived at their designated suite.
Since the sedative hadn’t worn off, Ace was naturally still unconscious. Hence, they just gently placed him on the large bed within the suite.
Joanna scanned her surroundings and noticed the rustic furnishings, along with the abundant greenery. It was indeed as Yulia had described, this was quite a comfortable environnt, one that felt like ho.
She then opened up the windows, allowing the gentle night breeze to brush through the white curtains. The fresh air felt as if it had been tinted by rain, gently arousing her senses and cleansing her fatigued body and soul.
"Phew, that feels great!" As she faced the lovely scenery, Joanna spread her arms, embracing the nice breeze and relaxing completely. It had been quite a long ti since she was able to rest like this. She seldom was able to stop and take in the scenery and the breeze, or rely enjoy a cup of coffee.
Ti felt as if it had slowed down, as everything around her beca slower.
After a while, Joanna approached the bed. Seeing the man still sleeping soundly made her feel sowhat amused.
"Aren’t you a little too weak, Ace? It’s just so sedatives, but you’re still sleeping! Hey, don’t tell you died in your sleep when you survived that fall." She laid next to him, greedily gazing at his handso face like an addict.
’His face was always so intimidating when he’s awake, so no one ever dares to co near him because of that. But... when he’s asleep, he’s just like a little child. He’s so cute that I can’t help but get close to him. Ugh, what a contradictory existence!’
"You could have just admitted that you’re a weakling, you know? Why did you have to act tough and jump down such a deep river? It’s not like you’re so reckless teenager, but you surely do act like one!" The woman continued rambling on while Ace remained asleep, making one joke after another.
"Tsk tsk, it’s a good thing you only hurt your head and limbs. If sothing happened to your face, I wouldn’t like you anymore. Oh, just look at those perfect features..." Joanna couldn’t help but get lost in her own desires, placing her hand on the man’s cheek and caressing him softly.
"Dang, your face is smooth as usual. How can you have better skin than most won? I’m honestly impressed!" Joanna murmured appreciatively as she touched the man’s face.
Ace normally would act like a ferocious beast, refusing to allow anyone into his heart. Yet now, he just seed like a ta little kitten, and wouldn’t fight back no matter how she caressed him.
Just as she was getting addicted to it, Ace suddenly opened his eyes and jumped up, pinning Joanna under him in the blink of an eye.
His long, slender fingers wrapped around the woman’s neck harshly. As he continued tightening his grip, he growled, "I’m a weakling to you, huh? And you could just shove into a bag after knocking out, huh?! You damned woman, how dare you?!"
"You...!" Joanna coughed and choked. Her lovely neck looked rather fragile, as if one could snap it if they used just a little force.
The man was using so much of his strength that it was starting to suffocate her. Her face was flushing dark red, and she was unable to utter a single word. Truthfully, her martial skills were more than enough to deal with Ace, who was heavily injured at the ti. However, she did not resist, and was instead quite happy to see the man’s aggressive state since it showed that he was still willing to fight for himself.
’As long as he refuses to admit defeat, there is a possibility that he’ll get better!’
"Tell ... What is your purpose?!" Ace demanded an answer coldly as he let go of her, just as she was about to take her last breath. It seed that he had given up on the idea of murdering the woman.
Joanna imdiately gasped for air, and the redness in her cheeks faded. She then burst into genuine laughter. "See? That’s more like it! Ace Moran, the CEO of Moran Group, the ruler of Beach City, is back!"
"Are you mad? I almost killed you. Were you not afraid at all?" Ace pulled his brows together, his bright orbs staring at her blankly. His appearance was hauntingly beautiful. He had initially been confused, and the woman’s laughing only made him feel more suspicious.
"Of course not! Because I know you wouldn’t kill , and I would never do the sa to you. I don’t have any agenda against you." Joanna took a deep breath and stared at the man lovingly, hoping she could freeze this mont forever.
The warm lighting made his perfectly sculpted face appear much more softer, the few strands of hair hanging in front of his forehead only enhancing his elegance further.
Joanna slowly reached out and patted his shadow on the wall, pretending it was him. She even tried to ’help’ brush his hair back.
"That’s why you should tell what your purpose is." Ace frowned deeply, still questioning her. He didn’t lack common sense or empathy, so he was able to feel the silent kindness this woman was showing him.
If she had truly wanted to kill him, she had many chances to do so throughout the night. Instead, she brought him to a high-end sanatorium, and insisted on curing him. Such ’kindness’ was making him feel even more uneasy than the possibility of her wanting to kill him right then and there.
After all, people normally wouldn’t do such grand favors for free, and he doubted that she didn’t want anything from him.
"Simple, I just want to help you regain your sight, and give you a second chance at a normal life," Joanna replied clearly.
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