The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet novel Chapter 1625

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His response was tinged with detachment, making Thalassa's heart ache and quiver with discomfort. Lysander was distancing himself from her; she could feel it. But why?

Just a while ago at Star Harbor Villa, he was so gentle with her, even shared a passionate kiss. Was it because she hadn't answered his question? Or was it something Rosalind said, suggesting she didn't like him, and he took it to heart? She hadn't expected Lysander to be so sensitive.

It was just a question she hadn't answered. And honestly, she didn't know how to answer it. She felt she had no right to love Lysander. She was carrying the burden of a life lost—a debt she owed to Leopold Sinclair forever. Leopold had sacrificed himself to grant her freedom, fulfilling his last wish.

Now that she finally had her freedom, what right did she have to return to Lysander? To even entertain the thought of liking him seemed like a betrayal to Leopold's memory. So she couldn't respond to Lysander's question.

Thalassa straightened up, her eyes downcast, hiding all her heavy thoughts and emotions, remaining silent.

Minutes later, under Dr. Funke's guidance, Lydia removed all the acupuncture needles. Dr. Funke explained to Lydia, "The fact that he felt pain in his legs during the session is a good sign. If there was no sensation at all, it would likely mean a lifetime in a wheelchair, rendering the acupuncture useless. Remember the level of his pain and document it every time. This way, we have something to compare."

Thalassa realized then that feeling pain was actually a positive sign. Lydia quickly noted down Dr. Funke's words, grateful she hadn't doubted him. It could have hurt the doctor's feelings, and she wouldn't want that. Despite his quirks, Dr. Funke was not petty. His medical skills were exceptional, and he never showed bias against his patients.

Lydia's respect for Dr. Funke grew even more.