Chapter 648

Helen kept her head down as Julien held her hand, leading her into the elevator. His grip tightened, while his other hand swiped the card to access the top floor. When they stepped out, he didn't loosen his hold. She followed him, looking like a lost fawn in the forest—bewildered and unsure of what to do. The door clicked shut behind them as they entered the room. Helen pressed her lips together, saying nothing. Julien still held her hand, his intense gaze fixed on her pale face. "Do you want to take a shower first?" Helen felt like her head was spinning. Her rationality seemed to have vanished—what was she doing, coming to a hotel with him in her pajamas? She suddenly recalled the look on the receptionist's face earlier. It had been subtle but unmistakable, making her feel even more humiliated. She glared at Julien, her frustration spilling over. "This is all your fault!" "What's wrong?" Julien asked, her voice gentle and his smile faint, almost teasing. "I'm wearing pajamas!