I turned, panic bubbling in my chest, only to find James standing there. His expression was unreadable, but his grip on my arm was firm like he needed to keep me close.
"James?" I asked, my voice trembling, but my thoughts were still clouded by what I had just overheard. "What’s going on?"
I wasn’t feeling well. The night before had been restless, and I could still feel the exhaustion pulling at me. I had taken a cold bath, and the lack of sleep and the nightmares were taking their toll. I hadn’t been wearing makeup lately since I was pregnant and decided to keep the baby. My complexion had taken a hit, but despite everything, I knew I still looked good.
I sat at the table with Fu Jinchen, his gaze assessing me carefully. He didn’t miss much, and I could tell he was concerned. B
