Fortunately, there was more than one room available.
Otherwise, sheâd have to find another hotel.
Barlow nodded in agreement.
The receptionist glanced at the two, finding it odd.
They seemed Like a good match, so why werenât they a couple?
After registering, she handed them their room cards.
âThank you,â Karina said, taking her card and heading towards the elevator, with Barlow following closely behind.
As they stepped into the elevator, Bar
low sneezed again.
Karina looked at him and couldnât suppress her concern.
âDid you catch a cold?â
Barlow raised an eyebrow, feeling a bit uncomfortable but unwilling to miss this rare moment of her concern.
âMaybe,â he replied.
Karina glared at him.
âYou shouldnât have given your coat to me.
â
âAre you expressing concern for me?â he asked, a playful smile tugging at his lips.
Ignoring his flirtation, Karina said expressionlessly, âIâll ask the receptionist if they have any cold medicine.
â
Barlow smiled warmly.
âNo, thanks.
I feel much better just knowing you care.
â
Karina rolled her eyes at him and kept silent.
Just as he was about to say something, the elevator arrived at her floor.
Karina walked out quickly.
Instinctively, Barlow started to follow her, but Karina turned around and glared at him.
âDonât follow me.
Go to bed early and drink more water.
Iâll ask the receptionist to bring you some cold medicine.
â
Her fierce expression made her look like a wild cat, and Barlow couldnât help but chuckle.
âAlright, alright,â he said, holding up his hands in surrender.
He watched the elevator doors close with a slight feeling of regret.
If only he could reveal his true identity, things might have been different between them already.
Outside, Karina swiped her room card and entered.
She sat down and immediately called the receptionist.
âDo you have any cold medicine?â she asked.
The receptionist confirmed they did, so Karina requested it be sent to Barlowâs room.