Chapter 53 Why Are You So Worried About Me

Julian stared at Rosalie and quietly asked, "Why are you so worried about me?" His presence was so overwhelming that she froze for a few seconds before finding her voice again. "You looked after me in the hospital until I was discharged. Now that you're hurt, of course, I should help you with your wound. Isn't that only fair?" Julian studied her for a long moment, then let out a short, mocking laugh and released her hand. A shiver of unease ran through Rosalie, and she quickly gathered the medicine bottles, ready to leave. Just as she turned, his deep voice came through from behind. "I want barbecued ribs tomorrow." Rosalie stopped mid-step, forced a smile, and answered, "Alright, I'll make extra. Do you want anything else?" But as soon as the words left her lips, she met the fierce, hungry look in his eyes. A look that all but said he wanted her instead. Her heart slipped, and she muttered a quick, "Then, I'll be going now," before slipping away in haste. When the door closed, J