Nathaniel smiled mysteriously and just told her to have a good meal.
At this point, Mango didn't think any more about it. After a nice meal, Nathaniel carried her into the car and turned on the air-conditioner.
"How are you feeling? Is it too cold?"
He was concerned that the cold temperature would affect her condition.
Mango shook her head and said, "It's fine."
"You should put on more layers."
As he spoke, he took off his own jacket and draped it over her shoulders.
His pleasant scent wrapped around her, and she could feel his warmth through the jacket. Right now, she hoped that time could stand still forever.
"Where are you taking me?"
"You'll know when you get there."
Thus, he was keeping it mysterious.
After that, she did not ask any more questions. Then, she leaned against her seat, and watched silently as he drove the car.
In fact, she felt quite comfortable.
If she could spend the rest of her life like this, Mango would be content. She really didn't need to ask for too much.
Soon, the car drove out of Ye's Mansion.
Mango realized that the path they took was familiar. Then, her brows knitted together in a faint frown.
Wasn't this the villa where Hadley had placed her after he kidnapped her?
She looked at Nathaniel in confusion.
Was he taking her to Hadley's place?
For what? Was it to meet Boston?
Was he trying to show her the thing that he had given to Boston?
She was confused. Meanwhile, she noticed that he looked calm and somewhat emotionless.
It seemed like he wasn't in a good mood.
Other people could never grasp his emotions, but she understood him more than anyone because she loved him so much. Therefore, she could immediately guess what he was feeling. Although he always looked cold and indifferent, she knew that the more nonchalant he looked, the more furious he was.
She could tell that he was actually angry right now.
But why?
What was he furious about?
Was it because of how Hadley had kidnapped her previously or was it because of the medicine that was given to her by the doctor?
Then, she suddenly felt uneasy.
"Nathan, are you..."
"Shh..."
Then, Nathaniel turned his head around and smiled. "I'm driving, so don't talk to me. We'll discuss this when we get there."
Mango was stunned by his reaction.
His smile was full of tenderness. Was she wrong? Perhaps he wasn't angry after all?
She truly had no idea.
Then, she stopped talking and waited patiently until they reached their destination.
Once they arrived at the villa, she noticed that everyone there was replaced by Nathaniel's men.
After that, he got out and opened the door for her. Then, he immediately carried her off the car.
"I can walk on my own."
She was a little embarrassed being carried like this in front of everyone. Although her body was still weak, she still insisted on walking by herself.
However, Nathaniel whispered, "I like holding you in my arms."
Even though he said this, his movements were very gentle, as if he was afraid of jostling her wounds. His warm action had truly touched her heart.
Nathaniel carried her off the car, and they entered the villa together.
The villa looked the same as before, but the difference was that all the bodyguards here were replaced by Nathaniel's men.
Hence, she was quite surprised to see Thomas there.
"Thomas? What are you doing here? Where is Rainie?"
Thomas hurriedly said, "She has some errands to run. Don't worry. I've arranged for someone to be with her. She'll be fine."
"That's good."
Upon hearing that Rainie was fine, Mango let out a sigh of relief.
She could withstand anything for Nathaniel, but she could not let her best friend get involved.
After that, she was carried into the villa by Nathaniel.
Meanwhile, there were many people squatting in
the yard.
She looked around carefully. Weren't they the original bodyguards stationed at the villa?
"Nathan, what's going on?"
"Nothing. We'll talk about it later. Let's go in first, as it's too cold outside."
Then, he carried her inside and placed her gently on the sofa. After that, he covered her with a blanket.
Mango felt that it was too much, so she couldn't help but say, "I'm not that weak, okay? I can do it by myself."
"You just completed surgery, so of course your body would be weak. I know it's not a good time to bring you here now, but I'm worried about leaving you alone at home. It's better for you to follow me. If you get sick because of my decisions, I will never forgive myself."
Upon hearing his words, she was rendered speechless.
After setting her down, Nathaniel sat down next to her and boiled some hot water for her.
Soon, Thomas brought a person in.
Mango was stunned. Wasn't this Hadley?
Before she could say anything, Thomas kicked Hadley to the ground.
"What's going on?"
She was completely befuddled.
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