Chapter 769: Chapter Seven Hundred And Sixty-nine: Crushed His Glory

The third point of view :

The atmosphere became awkward after they exchanged pleasantries. Theodore was sitting by her bedside and Ailee didn't know whether she was bothered by her attraction for him or the fact she couldn't lie easily with his proximity.

"How are -?" the both of them said at the same time after minutes of silence. They stared at each other and then burst into laughter - controlled laughter for Ailee because of her stomach wound. 

"I'm good," Ailee replied afterward, having sensed his question, "You?"

"I'm fine as well. Thankfully the incident was kept under wraps so our parents didn't see that and freak out," He chuckled.

Ailee smiled back and there came the silence again. The tension was suffocating once again and Ailee had to fiddle with her hands to keep herself from looking at Theodore. She didn't want to see the accusing look that must be on his face. He must feel betrayed by her, the girl he liked.