Chapter 427

Initially dazed, a bright smile soon graced Hector's handsome face before he rose and carried her. With ease, they descended the stairs. Standing at the door to the study, Benjamin witnessed the scene and felt a vague sense of bewilderment. Having been accustomed to her composed look when spellcasting, he almost forgot she was only an 18-year-old girl who would still act affectionately with her family. That… was sweet. … Meanwhile, Scott had been waiting for Shannon downstairs. When he saw her pale expression, he frantically ran toward her. "Didn't… Didn't you say you were fine? You can't even walk now! I told you to see a doctor, but you refused to listen!" What if this worsened her condition? Hector was at a loss for words. Had he not been carrying Shannon, he would've given Scott a good smack for what he'd just said. However, considering that he was genuinely concerned, he held back. "Enough. She's fine. Let's go home." With that, Hector walked away. Noticing the rare, relaxe