Although Yasmine looked sincere, Ivor knew she was just putting on airs. He could not predict what kind of mess she would create if he took her along. That was why he disagreed.
Ivor shook his head and said, “That’s not happening. Now, return to your room and tend to your wounds. If you’re that curious about what the Nidhoggs’ leader looks like, I’ll take you to meet him once you’ve recovered fully.”
Yasmine pouted and growled, “You’re not fooling me, boss. You’re just saying that to brush me off.”
“I told you to rest and tend to your wound, Yasmine. You shouldn’t be wandering around.” Ivor stood his ground.
“Come on, boss! You—”
She was about to retort, but Floyd interjected, “The car’s ready, Mr. Ivor. Are you ready to leave?”
“Let’s go.” Ivor brushed past Yasmine and approached the door.
Floyd took after him, saying, “Right away.”
Yasmine could only watch as they left. At that moment, she forgot about her leg injury and stomped on the ground. Immediately after, she felt an excruciating pain spread to her whole body, and she yelled, “Ouch! That hurts!”
‘It’s just not my day today! Mr. Ivor refused to take me with him, and I pulled my wound!’
Ivor heard her yelp and paused momentarily. Then, he continued walking.
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