Chapter 248 Will You Come Back
On the coffee table sat a freshly cooked pot of butternut squash oatmeal.
There was still half a bowl left uneaten in front of Layla
Do you know why I asked you to come back? Layla got straight to the point.
Eileen pursed her thin l*ps into a straight line and nodded. “Yes”
Layla asked, “So, how do you feel about Jasper now? Do you still want to continue? If you’re disappointed with him, I won’t blame you. We won’t force you to stay. Your willingness to give Jasper time shows that you’ve thought things through clearly. Just based on this, I already see you as different from others. Not all women can be as rational as you. But it’s your rationality that has left Jasper feeling cold. Sometimes… a little irrationality isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In other words, he wants you to act that way. He wants to sec you get angry. At least in his eyes, if you show a bit of temper, it means you care about him.” Layla reached out and held her hand. “Tell me, have you ever liked.
Eileen nodded decisively, her gaze solemn. “When it comes to matters of the heart, I always take them. seriously. Richard has told me a bit about his situation, and I understand the importance of making the right entrance… It’s me. I’m not good enough for him”
Layla laughed and gently patted her hand, speaking with heartfelt sincerity. Actually, from the moment you entered the Smith residence, I took a liking to you at first sight. Some people are good, some are bad, but my heart is like a clear mirror. I don’t like to beat around the bush or play mind games with people. but when others do, I can see right through them. I’ll have you know that before you came to the Smith residence. I had already investigated you. I know you had a hard time with the Swan family and an ambitious brother, Coming to the Smith family is nothing more than seeking support. This point… you can’t deny that you are indeed smart. The Smith family does have influence in Hulbury, and no one dares to provoke us. My grandson has indeed done many foolish things in the past, and he’s still just as confused now. He’s been alone for so long that he’s lost himself, not knowing what he truly wants. After all, who hasn’t made mistakes in their youth? Even if he did wrong, he has paid the price. My good-for-nothing son, after the birth of Jasper, has never taken care of him. His mother spent her days drowning in alcohol, treating him with nothing but beatings and scoldings. Once, they were on the verge of divorce, and I couldn’t help but go back to mediate. Little did I know, as soon as I walked in. I would be greeted by a room full of shattered gla*s bottles and a pool of blood on the floor… Guess who it belonged to?”
Eileen’s heart tightened. Could this be… the childhood ordeal he went through?
Layla continued. “Back then… he was just a little boy” She gestured with her hands. “Around five or six years old, he was locked in the basement, shivering from the cold, his b*dy covered in black and blue bruises from beatings. He was just a child! How could they be so cruel? After that… I brought Jasper to live with ine, raising him myself. My intentions were good, but I was powerless. Apart from providing for his material needs, I couldn’t give him anything else. It’s precisely because he lacked parental love from a young age that he turned out this way, quick to anger and impulsive, acting without considering the consequences. He grew up by my side, and I can tell that he treats you differently…..
Layla took a deep breath and sighed. “I’ve told you all this, indeed, in hopes that you would come back and give my grandson another chance. Go upstairs and have a good talk with him… Successful or not, this Smith residence will always welcome you…
Out of politeness, Eileen still nodded in agreement
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After Layla left, it seemed as though she was the only one remaining in the vast villa.
Eileen knew where his room was.
Hesitant, she still went upstairs.
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Just then, a housekeeper hurriedly came down from upstairs, her face showing signs of alarm. She was carrying medicine in her hands. When she saw Eileen, her eyes lit up. “Ms. Eileen? You’re finally back.”
“What happened?”
The housekeeper said. “I’m at my wit’s end. Mr. Jasper refuses to take his medicine.”
Eileen stated, “Give it to me.”
“Alright”
The housekeeper immediately pa*sed it to Eileen like a hot potato.
In essence, she was still just a student at the end of the day, but the experiences she had had far exceeded. those of her peers
At her age, she should be focusing on her studies and worrying about her grades. But instead, she found herself having to coax an adult who was three or four years older than her.
She was simply destined to worry
Eileen went upstairs to the room and gently knocked on the door.
Bang!
Something unknown struck the door, startling Eileen and nearly causing her to drop what she was holding
in her hands.
Get lost-
“So… you’re really not letting me m
A few seconds of silence filled the room. As Eileen was about to step in after opening the door, she suddenly saw the person on the bed throw
off the covers and almost run toward her. He embraced her, causing Eileen to stagger back a few steps before she managed to steady herself.
His voice was low. Holding back his emotions, he held her tightly. I thought you wouldn’t come back.”
“I can’t catch my breath.”
Jasper let her go, and it took Eileen several deep breaths to recover. He looked more disheveled than she had seen him in days. His chin was covered in stubble, the corners of his eyes were bloodshot, and the dark circles under his eyes suggested he hadn’t had a good rest in a long time.
Eileen looked into his eyes, then, unable to resist trembling, she reached out to touch his wound. “Does it burt?” she asked
Jasper looked at her with eyes filled with long-suppressed aggression and restraint. He held her handl.
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pressing it against his chest. The pain goes away when you’re here.
His tone was pitiful exactly the same as Elm’s.
“Let me apply the medicine for you.
Alright. His voice was hoarse.
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Eileen retrieved the necessary medication and began treating his wounds. “If it hurts, just let me know. I’ll try to be as gentle as possible.
“Mm-hmm
His gaze remained fixed on her. Every time Eileen glanced up. she could see his expectant eyes watching
her.
Eileen didn’t say anything in response she simply bowed her head quietly. It took her over thirty minutes. to apply the medicine to his upper b*dy Eileen then proceeded to bandage him up to prevent any infection from dirt. Where are the oral antibiotics that the doctor prescribed for you?!
Jasper replied. They’re on the bedside table.
Eileen tied a neat low around his waist and smoothed it out
As she opened the bedside drawer, she discovered a bag filled with unopened, brand-new medicine. Had he not been taking any medication all this time!
Eileen read the instructions, cut out the appropriate dosage, and poured a cup of warm water for him. No one will feel sorry for you if you neglect your own health. Take your medicine first.”
“I can’t move. It hurts
Eileen rarely saw him in such a flustered and vulnerable state, and she found herself staring into his eyes somewhat dazedly. Without a word, she reached out and brought the medicine to his l*ps. Water.
Jasper swallowed the methcine, followed by a sip of water. Will you come back? His tired eyes couldn’t bear to look away, and his voice softeurd a few degrees as he spoke.
Eileen was left speechless
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