Crises in Love novel Chapter 171

As we reached his car, he held open the passenger door for me. After I had settled in, he reached over to fasten my seat belt before he circled around to the driver's side. As he started the car, I couldn't help but sneak a glance at him. I was unsure of how to face this man who was both familiar and a stranger to me.

He didn't look at me but asked, "Still not used to it?"

My face flushed in embarrassment, and I quickly looked away. Clearing my throat, I said, "Not... really."

"It's normal. It took me a while to get used to it, too. There was a time when I would have nightmares. I eventually stopped looking in the mirror," he shared, his tone light yet filled with meaning.

"When did it happen?" I cautiously asked.

"Eight years ago!" He glanced at me, "A long time ago."

My gaze landed on his arm, where faint scars were visible. There was a bracelet on his wrist that didn't seem out of place.

"You still have it?" I asked casually.

"Yes! It's been with me through thick and thin, just like you said it would!" He smirked at me. "It's a part of me now."

His words sent my heart into a frenzy. I shifted my gaze outside the window, my hands feeling uncomfortably restless.

We remained silent for the rest of the drive, and the tension in the car making it hard to breathe.

Upon reaching the hospital, he drove straight to the back of the building. "This is a temporary isolation ward," he explained, "It's safer. Let's go."

I hastily opened the car door and jumped out of the car. The fresh air felt so good compared to the tense atmosphere in the car. Not until then did I remember something. Then I said in regret, "Oh no, I forgot to get him some flowers!"

Ronan gently patted my arm. "He has everything he needs. No worries."

Without another word, he led me through a small side entrance. The corridor was narrow, and he walked close to me. His familiar scent brought back memories.

We were on the fourth floor, where Addrion's room was at the end. He must have heard us coming because he stepped out of his room as we approached. Seeing me and Ronan together brought a childlike smile to his face.