"Really?" Wilson suddenly moved and stood up. He released his grip and yanked his shirt off, showing her the scars on his body.Clara stared at the hideous scar dumbfounded, this time getting a clearer view of it. "Does it still hurt?" she asked, tears bright in her eyes. "It's been two months. What do you think?" he said coldly.Clara should be relieved that it no longer hurt. "I'm sorry… You got hurt so badly for me…""It wasn't for you. I just did what my old self told me to do," Wilson's voice was cold."I've shown you the wound. So, don't casually come to undress me again." Wilson warned, suddenly leaning close to her. Wilson reached in front of her and stroked one fingertip over her lips. "Trust me. I'm not interested in you at all!" With that, he turned around and left the courtyard.Clara watched as Wilson walked away, feeling his lingering warmth on her skin. The bet did not improve the distance between them. Wilson clearly showed his intention to stay away from her

Clara kept going on and on. "Wilson, stay with me.""Wilson, I promise to grow old together with you, cherishing each day with you.""Wilson, let's grow old together?""Wilson, marry me."-It was honestly annoying to hear a series of weird stuff all of a sudden. "Clara, what the hell are you talking about?" Wilson grunted.The light in her eyes dimmed. "I just wanted to try and see if I could undo your hypnosis."Wilson's expression flickered with wariness. He understood why she was saying all this nonsense. "Are you trying to guess the secret phrase to undo my hypnosis? Clara, you really think you can undo it with such silly words?"Wilson gracefully rose and approached her. "Do you think it's so easy to guess? If it was, why would I have bothered to undergo hypnotherapy? Besides—"Wilson paused, running his hand through her hair. His eyes deepened with an emotion he could not name. "You want to undo the hypnosis. Are you hoping that I'll recover my feelings and become a foo

Clara fell silent at the helper's words. Their attitude and disrespect were apparent. She could speak to Mandy for medicine but likely be refused or put in constant frustration.Not wanting to get herself into more trouble, Clara limped out of the villa and took her cell phone with her. When she arrived at the intersection, she took a taxi and went to a nearby drugstore. She was about to leave after buying the medicine, but a car stopped in front of her."Ms. Wells," the man greeted respectfully. "Madam Birch would like to meet you."Clara felt her heart sank. She knew this day would come sooner or later. She was back in Latveria and could not avoid Wilson's mother forever.Clara had previously made a promise to Lessie. She agreed to separate from Wilson, but instead, she came to Latveria in the hope of reconciliation. Clara even refused to sign the divorce papers. How could Lessie not know about this?Clara got into the car and went to Lessie's residence. She followed the maid to

Clara's froze. She heard him continue, saying, "Didn't I show you the wound last time? Still interested in it?""I just want to see if you're alright," she said with a little sob. "You picked me up so suddenly—""I'm not that weak. I can walk properly. Besides, it's been two months. You think my wound will reopen after this long?" Wilson scoffed, feeling ridiculous.Clara's breath hitched at Wilson's reply. It seemed a little silly of her to be this worried. The average time for an incision to fully heal was roughly 1 to 2 months. Wilson's wound should be fully healed already. Besides, he showed no sign of discomfort, so he should be perfectly fine.Wilson told the driver, "Drive."The car drove away from Lessie's residence and headed home. Silence stretched on until Wilson started speaking."You sprained your ankle. Why did you go out alone? Did my mother tell you to meet her?" he questioned. He had received news that Lessie's men had taken Clara back to the family mansion. Only

Wilson could have let someone else do it for him instead of taking the matter into his own hands."Either way, you're still legally my wife. We haven't officially divorced yet. Those working here should understand this," Wilson stated.Clara felt a warm feeling swelling in her heart. Wilson had always been like this, speaking with his actions rather than his words. Hopefully, the helpers in the residence would not take her lightly anymore and finally stop making things harder for her."Thank you," she said. "Thank you?" he repeated in surprise. He was the reason why she was being mistreated during her stay here. All he did was give her the respect she deserved, but she still thanked him in such seriousness!"By the way, did you promise my mother anything? What happened to the promise you made to her in the hospital?" Wilson asked abruptly.Clara felt nervous suddenly and clenched her fists. He must have overheard their conversation earlier. How was she going to tell him? That hi