I Rise 151
Posted on March 06, 2025 ยท 1 mins read
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Chapter 151ย  Lemira stood before him, just inches away. Orion avoided her gaze, โ€œNot exactly.โ€ย  โ€œSo, itโ€™s not official?โ€ย  His response was vague, โ€œSomething like that.โ€ย  Lemiraโ€™s heart sank as she heard his admission. Itโ€™s true then. She had even thought, perhaps Orion was making it up to avoid being set up by Lucian with some girl.ย  Gathering her strength, she asked, โ€œIs it the girl you were with at the restaurant?โ€ย  She had seen them once, Orion and a girl dining out together. She hadnโ€™t gotten a good look at the girl, just that she was tall and likely very attractive.ย  Otonโ€™s Adamโ€™s apple bobbed, โ€œDidnโ€™t peg you for the gossip type.โ€ย  โ€œJust curious. You said you were single before, and suddenly thereโ€™s news. Canโ€™t I ask?โ€ย  Lemiraโ€™s words didnโ€™t completely match her feelings.ย  At that moment, Lucian wheeled out after the examination, looking quite pale.ย  Seeing Lucian like this, she said with an unfamiliar coldness, โ€œThe doctor said you need to start treatment, take your medication on time, and lay off the booze.โ€ย  โ€œLook at my memory, always forgetting. When you were around, youโ€™d remind me to take my meds. Now that youโ€™re not home, I often forget.โ€ย  Lucianโ€™s words were laden with hidden meanings, and he could see that there was still a soft spot for him in Lemiraโ€™s heart. If his illness could bring her back, heโ€™d rather stay sick forever.ย  A hint of sarcasm was played on Lemiraโ€™s lips, โ€œYou could ask Evelina to remind you. She seems quite fond of doing that kind of thingย  Lucian was choked on it, โ€œI think those nutritious dish you used to make were really effective, but only you know how to make them. I know youโ€™ve done a lot for me in the past, and itโ€™s my fault.โ€ย  โ€œBut thatโ€™s not medicine. It wonโ€™t help.โ€ย  Lemira knew what Lucian was implying but refused to engage further. She looked at Lucian, โ€œJust focus on your treatment. Iโ€™m leaving.โ€ย  โ€œLemmy, will you come to see me again?โ€ Lucianโ€™s voice was full of earnest hope.ย  Lemira felt a twinge of softness but remembered seeing Evelina here last time.ย  She calmly refused, โ€œWeโ€™ll see.โ€ย  With that, Lemira left, not lingering in the hospital. Lucian watched her go, then saying to Hogan, โ€œDo you think Lemmy is starting to forgive me?โ€ย  Hogan thought that Ms. Langston probably didnโ€™t feel that way. Winning back his sister seemed a long and difficult road for the boss.ย  Lemira went back at her apartment, and Thaddeus rushed ahead, โ€œI gotta hit the bathroom, running ahead. Take your time.โ€ย  Lemira and Orion walked behind. She glanced over, โ€œCanโ€™t believe thatโ€™s Thaddeusโ€˜ company? Are you involved too?โ€ย  โ€œYeah, got in through the connections.โ€ย  As they stepped into the elevator together, Lemira, feeling agitated, noticed their reflections on the door.ย  She could smell the alcohol on him, โ€œYou didnโ€™t answer my earlier question.โ€ย  Orion adjusted his collar, his gaze intense, โ€œWhat question?โ€ย  โ€œAbout the girl youโ€™re seeing. The one from the restaurant?โ€ย  Suddenly, he stepped closer, his presence overwhelming, โ€œWhy do you need to know everything?โ€ย  Caught off guard by his intensity, Lemira stumbled backward until her back hit the elevator wall. She bit her lip, โ€œLike I said, I was just asking. Canโ€™t I do that?โ€ย  โ€œAdult things arenโ€™t for kids to worry about.โ€ย  โ€œBut I am an adult. I can date in college,โ€ Lemira stood her ground, her eyes reflecting his figure.ย  Orion frowned deeply, โ€œYouโ€™re still young.โ€ย  โ€œIโ€™m of age. How am I young?โ€ย  Chapter 151ย  Irritated for reasons he couldnโ€™t explain, he flicked Lemiraโ€™s forehead, โ€œThereโ€™s more to college than dating?ย  Lemira covered her forehead. Heโ€™s dating. Why should he restrict her?ย  Then, the elevator doors opened. Lemira turned and ran out.ย 


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