Chapter 173
Author: Sunny Zylven
last update2023-08-09 22:25:49

In Stephen's heart, he grumbled, "It's clear that Manuel is seriously injured! Why did that woman hide this fact from me?" The man in the white t-shirt sighed in annoyance. "Such odd behavior!"

After Stephen left, Hayley sat at the edge of the bed. She should have left the hotel room immediately after tending to Manuel's wounds. But she didn't know why she wanted to stay there until Manuel opened his eyes again.

While gazing at Manuel in a daydream, Hayley said to herself, "Oh my, I was so nervous when Handsome caught me in the same room as Orion!" The woman let out a soft sigh.

"I should have stayed calm and told Handsome that Orion got hurt because of Daddy's people. So, he wouldn't need to see me here!" Unfortunately, Stephen had already come to Manuel's room. Hayley regretted it because she got caught breaking the club rules by staying together in a hotel room with Manuel. "I didn't expect him to come just five minutes after the call ended!" She was still very surprised. "I hope h
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