Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed novel Chapter 717

Roseanne was taken aback.

Before she could even muster a word of protest, Owen Reynolds had already slipped off her shoes.

And then her socks...

She glanced down at Owen, whose intense focus made him look like he was conducting a critically important experiment.

Roseanne’s breath hitched, and her heart began to race.

She had never really pondered why Owen Reynolds was so kind to her.

Maybe it was because he was genuinely a nice person, treating everyone with the same sincerity.

But here, in this moment, she had to admit that the professor's kindness towards her felt different.

No matter how good or sincere he was, he wouldn’t go to such lengths for just anyone.

Having removed her shoes and socks, Owen gently took hold of her ankle as per Mr. Carter’s instructions.

His hands were cool to the touch, and when his fingertips brushed against the top of her foot, it was as if an electric current passed between them.

Both of their hearts skipped a beat.

The skin under his fingers was soft and smooth, and Owen swallowed hard, struggling to suppress the emotions surging within him.

Roseanne couldn’t quite describe the sensation—it was ticklish and warm, like a burn that she wasn’t sure came from him or from herself.

Instinctively, she wanted to pull her foot back, but remembering Mr. Carter’s words, she forced herself to stay still.

Their expressions must have been quite peculiar because even the lady organizing the herbs nearby couldn’t help but take a curious glance.

“It’s a rare sight today, seeing Owen so close without fainting!”

Concerned that young people often forget, Mr. Carter reiterated his instructions as they were leaving.

Roseanne listened attentively and nodded, “I’ve got it. Thank you so much.”

Suddenly, the lady returned, handing Roseanne several packets of herbs.

“And these are…?” Roseanne asked, puzzled.

“Mr. Carter says you might feel fatigued during your cycle, so he prepared some herbal remedies for you. The instructions are on the packets. After you finish these, things should be much easier.”

The lady squeezed her hand, lowering her voice with a friendly tone, “I’ve never seen Owen so concerned about someone before! It’s important to take care of yourself, especially if you two are thinking about the future…”

Roseanne and Owen exchanged an awkward glance, both a bit flustered.

Mr. Carter, noticing the exchange, interjected, “Alright, alright. Owen can take care of himself. You focus on the herbs, no need to meddle in everything else…”