Lost Me, Gained Regret (Jane and Bryant Ferguson) novel Chapter 584

I tried to resist, but he had effectively cut off all my escape routes.

"Aren't you supposed to help me with a bath, or were you just talking big, huh?"

After a night of too much excitement and exhaustion, I woke up late the next day, the sun already high in the sky.

Blearily coming to, a quick glance at the clock had me jolting awake. Gregory was already up, and I couldn't help but chide him, "Why didn't you wake me?"

I had promised to deliver lunch to Chris!

Before he could reply, I threw off the covers, ready to rush out. Elmwood Villas wasn't far from the hospital; if I hurried, I could still make it on time.

Gregory was quick to grab me, urging, "What's the rush? Slow down."

He glanced at the clock and added, "Your bestie's probably already enjoying her lobster mac and cheese."

"She is?"

Realizing what he meant, I asked, "Did you arrange for someone to deliver it?"

He gave me a look that said, "Guess," with a raised eyebrow.

I was sure of it then.

Heading to the hospital later, I knew I'd have some juicy gossip to share!

But, as if Christine had read my mind, I found the hospital room empty.

Only Ramona was there.

Seeing me look for Christine, she said, "Chris went to the office. She said to keep a tab on lunch, and you can treat her back later."

I laughed lightly, "She's playing coy after getting a treat, huh?"

Opening the insulated food container I brought, I said, "Gregory specially requested Mr. Abdul's healing stew recipe, and had Zoe prepare it for you. Let's see how you like it."

I served a bowl and handed it to Ramona.