Chapter 112
Chasing His Runaway Wife
Emmanuelâs gaze shifted to the side, where the small green potted plants still filled the entire ward, creating a refreshing green atmosphere.
Emmanuel couldnât help but ask, âTabitha, I heard that you had a conflict. with Naomi, which led to the miscarriage⦠Iâm sorry if I unintentionally brought up something painful for you. I just wanted to express my concern.â
Holding the sunflower in her hands, Tabitha stiffened at his words but quickly regained her composure.
Tabitha replied, âYes.â
âWill you forgive Malcolm?â Emmanuel inquired once more. âAnd once youâre discharged, do you plan to return to the Sinclair residence?â
Tabitha currently harbored no specific feelings toward Malcolm.
After all, the grievances between her and Naomi would exist even without Malcolm. Her miscarriage was due to her health issues and had nothing to do with anyone else.
There was nothing to forgive. However, Tabitha would never be together with Malcolm again.
However⦠She had no intention of delving into such matters with Emmanuel, and her expression carried a hint of cool detachment.
âEmmanuel, what do you mean by asking these questions?â Tabitha inquired.
Emmanuel blinked his eyes.
-Although Tabithaâs voice remained calm, he always sensed her presence as formidable. With just a few words, she could effortlessly influence his perception.
Emmanuel explained gently, âIâm just concerned about you.â
BBB BE âThank you, but this is my affair, and I will handle it myself,â Tabitha replied.
Tabitha turned around and found a vase, carefully arranging the dried flowers in it. She looked at them intently for a few seconds.
Emmanuel suddenly felt a bit nervous and couldnât help but ask, âIs it beautiful?â
Ever since he lost his little finger, he swore never to treat anyone sincerely again.
However, while spending time with Tabitha recently, he discovered himself easily influenced by her emotions.
In the current moment, her expression revealed no trace of engagement, as if nothing could capture her attention. He was eager to do something that would capture her attention and notice him.
Thus, he strained his brain to come up with anything that might please. Tabitha.
Tabitha nodded and smiled. âItâs beautiful.â
After getting her approval, a subtle lift appeared in the corners of Emmanuelâs eyebrows.
âIâm glad you liked it,â Emmanuel replied.
Tabitha suddenly turned to him and inquired, âEmmanuel, apart from your interest in flowers and plants, do you have any other hobbies?â
Emmanuelâs smile broadened as he responded, âMy pastimes are rather straightforward. Alongside planting nonâallergenic flowers and plants with my mother, I also engage in chess.â
âYouâre filial.â Tabitha also smiled. âDuring the years you were abroad, did you stay in frequent contact with your mother?â
âMy mother is quite traditional. I used to write letters to her often and send postcards,â Emmanuel replied.
âPostcards?â Tabithaâs expression hinted at nostalgia. âItâs been a long time since I heard that term. I used to enjoy collecting, postcards when I was in , school. May I ask to take a look at your motherâs postcard collection when I have the time?â
Tabitha held a particular interest in those postcards. She was also convinced that Trevor would find them intriguing as well.
âOf course,â Emmanuel said.
Tabitha posed several questions about Emmanuelâs work abroad, and he responded earnestly to each one.
Unbeknownst to both of them, a tall figure stood outside the door, his expression subtly displeased.
Malcolm himself wasnât sure how long he had been standing outside.
âHow long had it been since Tabitha had smiled at me like this, particularly since she miscarried?â
Malcolm wondered.
Now, whenever she interacted with him, a calm and indifferent expression adorned her face as if his actions could no longer evoke any emotional response from her.
Emmanuel had only brought her a bouquet of dried flowers, and she smiled so gently.
Malcolmâs chest heaved with force, gradually sinking as if plunging into. the depths of a cold, vast ocean.
The surging seawater, accompanied by a penetrating chill, invaded his internal organs, rendering his breathing increasingly uncomfortable.
The conversation between Tabitha and Emmanuel continued in the ward.
âActually, besides studying flowers and plants, while I was abroad and not accustomed to the local food, I also experimented with hometown BO » 16:36 cuisine⦠I can make beetroot soup,â Emmanuel shared.
Emmanuel appeared a little embarrassed as he continued, âI brought some for you to taste previously, but you probably didnât notice.
âHe had handsome features with deep hazel eyes, and when his gaze lowered, he exuded a sense of gentleness and reserve.
Tabitha expressed genuine surprise and said, âI couldnât discern any difference in taste. It seems both you and your mother are equally skilled.â
Starlight seemed to shimmer in her eyes, and her lips regained some color, akin to peach blossoms blooming in spring.
The slender and graceful lines of Tabithaâs neck were now healed from the cut left by Jayden, leaving only a faint pink scar.
Emmanuel averted his gaze with difficulty, his voice low and hoarse. âWhenever you are free, I can teach you how to make it.â
âIs it very troublesome? Should I go to your house to learn?â Tabitha asked.
âSure, as long as you donât mind-â Emmanuel started to say.
Listening to their increasingly absurd conversation, Malcolm could no longer bear it. He raised his hand and knocked on the door.
The smile on Tabithaâs face gradually faded as she spotted him. She then spoke in a calm tone. âYouâre here?â
Malcolmâs gaze darkened, and he subtly tightened his fingers, firmly gripping the flesh of his palm with a resolute determination.
He pressed his thin lips together, shooting Emmanuel a cold glance.
âTabby, itâs time for your medication,â Malcolm said.
The sudden intimate address caused Tabitha to pause briefly, but she swiftly regained her composure.
The intentional intimacy resembled a single petal falling into a lake, incapable of creating a slight ripple of CONNIG BBBBBBB emotions.
M 43% 16:36 Tabitha nodded politely and said, âThank you for reminding me.â
As she prepared to rise for water, Malcolm swiftly interjected, âLet me get some water for you.â
He walked up to Emmanuel and ordered icily, âStep aside.â