Chapter 1731

Ursula swung a punch at Adrian's chest, but he caught her fist effortlessly. He looked at her with a serious expression, his gaze unexpectedly calm. "Whether it's a joke or not, you made a promise. A gentleman's word is his bond, and you can't just abandon me now." Ursula twisted her wrist, trying to break free. "So what? I'm a woman, not a gentleman. If I say it doesn't count, then it doesn't!" she shot back instinctively. Adrian frowned in frustration, his grip tightening. "Are you really going to go back on your word? Not a chance!" With a resigned sigh, Ursula pulled harder. "Get up. I'm taking you to the hospital." Nonetheless, Adrian stubbornly refused to budge, holding his ground. In his mind, going back without resolution felt worse than dying here. Realizing she had no other option, Ursula gave in. "If you come with me, I won't take back what I said. Deal?" Adrian was surprised, his grip loosening as he nodded like a willing child. "Deal." What should have been a quick