Chapter 133

Edward's voice was naturally deep, and now, fresh out of surgery, it was raspier than ever. When he leaned in close to Alice’s ear, the sound of his voice sent a shiver down her spine, like a jolt of electricity running through her. She flinched slightly, almost instinctively replying, “It’s just—” Knock knock knock! Her words barely left her lips when the sudden knock on the door snapped her out of it. Alice jerked back, her face turning red in an instant. She stammered awkwardly, “C-come in!” The door to the hospital room creaked open, and Adam Harper walked in holding a neatly arranged fruit basket. He gave her a slight smile. “Didn’t expect to see you here too, senior.” Alice tried to compose herself, though the heat in her cheeks hadn’t gone away. “I’m Mr. Hawthorne’s assistant. Of course I’m here to look after him.” Her explanation came off a little too quick, too forced. As she spoke, she shot Edward a sideways glance—one that practically screamed “behave.” Any trace of warmth o