Chapter 48

When Daphne regained consciousness, she found herself in an unfamiliar hospital room. When she tried to sit up, a wave of dizziness forced her back onto the pillow. Maybe it was the sound of movement that roused her, but the door suddenly opened. She thought to herself that she really needed to thank the person who had saved her. But when she turned her head, she was shocked to see a familiar face. Lester? The person who saved her was him? "Are… you pregnant?" he asked. Daphne didn't respond to his question. "Is it mine?" Lester pressed. Daphne snorted inwardly. Had she been with anyone else during their time together? She turned her head away. "Thank you for saving me. I just can't get out of bed to properly thank you. But in a couple of days, I'll definitely send you a proper thank-you note." "Daphne, I…" "Colonel Lester, I'm not feeling well and need to rest. Please leave now. I'll transfer the hospital fees to you." Daphne closed her eyes and pretended to sleep. Lester