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Chapter 286 You’re Hurt
Daniella dropped to her knees from the impact, drawing the attention of passersby.
Caroline was shocked–she never expected her children to retaliate to avenge her.
“You scoundrels!” Daniella scolded, lifting her head to find Caroline standing above her.
Daniella tried to stand, but Caroline pressed down on her shoulder.
Caroline leaned over with a wide smile and said, “The kids accidentally bumped into you. You won’t
take it personally, will you?”
She pinched Daniella’s shoulder tightly and helped her to her feet. Then, she patted Daniella’s shoulder
gently and added, “Be graceful. People are watching.”
Daniella forced a strained smile and replied, “Why would I make a scene with kids?”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtCaroline smiled and said, “Perfect. We’ll head upstairs now. Goodbye!”
As Caroline and her children walked away, Daniella seethed. She wouldn’t tolerate this if Casey
wasn’t in the restaurant.
Daniella dusted herself off and limped into the restaurant, heading to the private room Casey had.
reserved. She took a deep breath before entering, wearing a sweet smile.
Casey noticed Daniella and stood up with a warm smile, moving to pull out a chair for her. “Bad
traffic?” he asked.
Daniella replied gracefully, “It’s alright. Sorry for the delay.”
As she prepared to sit, Casey suddenly grasped her arm. Daniella’s heart raced as she felt the
warmth of Casey’s hand.
“Mr. Jordan…” she stammered.
Casey looked at her reddened sole and expressed concern, “You’re hurt.”
Daniella felt embarrassed. “Someone accidentally stepped on me. It’s okay.”
Casey looked at her with a frown. “Even a small injury shouldn’t be neglected.”
He pulled Daniella to a seat while he knelt to lift up Daniella’s ankle.
Daniella gasped softly. “Mr. Jordan, don’t dirty your hands.”
Casey said, “I won’t. Let me see,”
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Casey propped up Daniella’s leg with one hand and removed her high heel with his other hand.
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Noticing that her sole was already swollen, he stood up and pressed the call bell solemnly.
Soon, a waitress entered, and Casey said, “Get a few warm towels.”
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“Sure, sir.”
Daniella’s heart beat faster due to Casey’s attentive action, and she lowered her gaze shyly. “Mr.
Jordan, thank you for your concern.”
Casey said, “Please try your best to wear lower heels next time, Ms. Love. You’re always clumsy.”
Daniella blushed. “I shall follow your suggestion then, Mr. Jordan.”
The waitress brought warm towels, and Casey placed one on Daniella’s sole. He asked, “Does it
hurt?”
Daniella nodded and shook her head swiftly. “It’s fine.”
Casey appeared guilty. “It’s the first day of your company’s opening. I was thinking of celebrating it with
you, yet I got you hurt.”
Daniella waved her hand dismissively. “I was careless. It’s not your fault.”
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