Chapter 244 Piled High With Gifts
It wasn’t just Vivian’s private residence under investigation, a large group of people were also scrutinizing Hillscester.
Fortunately, Jonathan was taken by Zachary, because back at Vivian’s villa, all the servants were secretly being taken away for questioning one by one.
Nathaniel’s profound gaze was fixed on Cecilia. “How many more days?”
Cecilia paused for a moment, then quickly understood what he meant.
“Ten days.”
To be precise, excluding today, she would be leaving in three days.
“I’ve arranged for tickets to Tidgate, we’re leaving tonight,” Nathaniel stated.
Surprise filled Cecilia’s eyes. “Now? Then when will we return?”
She had assumed that Nathaniel had already given up on the idea of being a real married couple.
“The day after tomorrow.”
Nathaniel had dug out the travel plans Cecilia made in the past. She had planned for them to take in the exotic night view in Tidgate, then the next day, visit the places that her favorite comic artist had depicted in his works.
“All right.”
Returning the day after tomorrow, just in time.
“I’ll
go pack up.”
“No need, they have everything over there.”
“Okay.”
Cecilia had originally intended to give Calvin a heads–up, but it seemed like it would have to wait. until they were in Tidgate.
Half an hour later, they boarded a private jet.
Cecilia sat next to Nathaniel, gazing out the window at the flickering lights..
The flight lasted over three hours. Perhaps due to her pregnancy, she found herself drifting off to sleep, succumbing to her fatigue.
Nathaniel had consumed copious amounts of alcohol the previous night, resulting in a restless sleep. Consequently, he hadn’t been able to rest at all that day.
Chapter 244 Piled High With Gifts
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He observed Cecilia in deep slumber, his gaze lingering on her serene face.
When Mason came over to deliver the blanket, he saw the scene unfolding.
Nathaniel quickly averted his gaze, picked up the blanket and draped it over Cecilia. Subsequently, he and Mason retired to another cabin to rest.
“Is everything ready at the hotel?” Nathaniel asked, his voice heavy.
“Everything is set.”
Mason couldn’t help but add, “Mr. Rainsworth, ten days from now, if Ms. Smith still wants to leave, will you really agree to it?”
Nathaniel arched his brows.
“Of course, it’s not like I can’t live without her.”
“So, what’s going on with you now…
“Just like her, I’m not willing to accept it,” Nathaniel paused, “And I want to see what she’s really after, how long she can keep up the act.”
Mason noted that even at this point, his boss still wouldn’t admit to falling for Cecilia.
Anyone with discerning eyes could see it at a glance…
If he didn’t have feelings for her, then why would he suggest they become a real married couple? Wasn’t it just an excuse to win over Cecilia?
Mason didn’t want to expose him, so he simply said, “Mr. Rainsworth, Ms. Smith herself isn’t worthy of you. You really don’t need to waste your energy on her.”
“You talk too much,” Nathaniel said, his face turning cold.
“I’m sorry.” Mason quickly apologized.
Three hours later, the plane touched down.
When Cecilia awoke, she still felt somewhat dazed. Lately, it seemed like no matter how much she slept, she never felt fully rested.
She disembarked the plane with Nathaniel.
Nathaniel had asked everyone following them to leave, leaving just the two of them strolling through the streets of Tidgate.
Cecilia was somewhat nonchalant, she was no longer the young girl who had just married him, yearning for romantic adventures. Now, all she wanted was to live her days in peace and tranquility.
It was also a hotel she had once booked.
ther.
When Cecilia pushed open the door, the room was filled with fresh flowers and piled high with gift boxes.
Before arriving, Nathaniel had already taken an allergy prevention pill.
“What is this for?” Cecilia turned to look at Nathaniel, seeking an explanation.
“Gifts,” Nathaniel replied tersely.
Cecilia casually picked up a gift box and opened it. Inside was a custom necklace from a brand she used to adore.
She realized belatedly. “Did you sneak a peek at my old diary?”
“I thought it was just a note, so I took a glance.” Nathaniel evaded her
Cecilia was increasingly unable to understand him.
gaze.
She put the items back. “I don’t need these, you should return them all.”
If one were to claim that all the gifts in this room were the ones listed on her so–called sticky notes, their worth could probably rival that of several villas.
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Nathaniel’s expression slightly shifted. “No returns. Take it or leave it.”
He kicked aside the gift that was lying nearby and headed straight for the bathroom.
Once he reached the bathroom, he felt an all–over itchiness. He took two more antihistamines before heading into the shower.
Cecilia took a careful look around. There must have been at least a hundred gifts here, right?
After marrying Nathaniel, she had used a large portion of her personal fortune to discreetly support his company. As a result, there were many things she was reluctant to purchase.
And so, she would strategize, jotting down the things she liked and noting their prices.
Looking back, she was truly naive, and also genuinely in love with Nathaniel.
Despite the fact that he could easily afford to buy anything she wanted with a mere flick of his fingers, she still chose to save money. All because she was worried about him encountering difficulties at work.
Nathaniel had taken an exceptionally long bath. When he finally emerged, shock was evident in Cecilia’s eyes.
He was surprisingly covered in hives from head to toe!
“Nathaniel, what’s wrong?”
Nathaniel’s breathing was somewhat labored.
“It’s nothing, I just felt the flowers here were too fragrant.”
“I’m going to call Mason to take you to the hospital.” Cecilia was about to pull out her phone.
Nathaniel stopped her. “No need, a night’s rest will do the trick.”
He had something to show Cecilia the next day.
Cecilia assumed it was merely a trivial matter and thus, she didn’t call Mason.
After reaching the bedroom, Nathaniel lay down, his brows occasionally furrowing, his breathing becoming noticeably heavy.
“Nathaniel!”
“Yes.”
Half an hour later, the sound of an ambulance could be heard from the base of the building.
This was the first time Cecilia knew that Nathaniel was allergic to pollen.
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She was seated in the hospital corridor, her hands tightly clenched, her expression a complex tapestry of emotions.
Because in her memory, Nathaniel was not at all allergic to pollen.
Mason walked over. “I didn’t expect the antihistamine to be ineffective. It’s a good thing you called me in time.”
Cecilia looked up at him. “Has Nathaniel always been allergic to pollen?”
Mason was taken aback. “You didn’t know?”
Everyone around Nathaniel knew just how much Cecilia loved him and how good she was to him. How could she possibly not know about his pollen allergy?
Cecilia nodded.
“Mr. Rainsworth is allergic to pollen,” replied Mason.
This essentially meant it was innate.
It was now clear to Cecilia, the man currently known as Nathaniel was indeed her husband, but he was not the one she had adored since her childhood.
She remembered vividly that when her mother had hit her, Nathaniel had brought her flowers.
He also said to her, “I really love flowers, but it’s a shame my family doesn’t share the same sentiment. So I can only give them to you. Can you help me take care of them?”
It was from that time on, she took a liking to cultivating various plants and flowers at home.
“So it wasn’t him after all…” Cecilia silently murmured.
Mason found her rather peculiar, her appearance struck him as deeply sorrowful.
He thought it was because of Nathaniel’s condition, so he comforted, “Don’t worry, the doctor said he’s all right. Do you want to go in and check on him?”
As soon as Nathaniel woke up just now, the first person he asked about was Cecilia.
Cecilia shook her head. “I don’t want to see him.”
She wanted some time alone to clear her head.
Mason could only return to the sickroom alone. “Mr. Rainsworth, Ms. Smith doesn’t want to come over. She seems to be feeling quite guilty.”
Upon hearing his words, Nathaniel’s eyebrows lifted involuntarily.
He knew that Cecilia still cared about him, yet she stubbornly refused to admit it.
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Cecilia had spent the entire night at the hospital corridor, and by the break of dawn the next day, a towering figure stood before her.
She slowly lifted her head, her eyes brimming with unshed tears.
Nathaniel looked at her tear–filled eyes, leaned in, gently held her face, and kissed her tenderly.
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Chapter 246 Lost Her Forever
Cecilia actively avoided him. Momentarily taken aback, Nathaniel reassured her in a gentle voice, “I’m okay now. Have you been sitting here all night?”
Yesterday, he had asked Mason to bring in Cecilia, but Cecilia was unwilling.
Such a gentle voice stirred doubt in Cecilia once more, making her question if she had misunderstood something.
Over a decade ago, when he was hurt, he would say, “I’ve caused my Ceci unnecessary worry, it’s all my fault. I’m not in pain, I’ll recover soon.”
Yet, she didn’t notice this fact. She assumed that after he started dating Stella, he no longer had feelings for her, which was why he seemed so indifferent toward her.
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Suppressing his desires, he held her close and asked, “Where do you want to go after we get back
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