Chapter 4 Whispers
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Sidney's POV:
I didn't expect this new caretaker to be so bold. My prank didn't scare her away at all; she even saw right through it on the spot.
'Did I slip up somehow? That can't be. Mabel even screamed and ran off to call the doctor.'
I admit, I got a bit curious about the new girl—curious about what kind of person she was.
When I turned around, I saw a girl questioning me angrily. Her face was flushed red, her bright eyes glimmering, her lips looked like dewy roses after rain, and her curly hair hung loosely over her shoulders.
Alright... I had to admit, she was prettier than the previous caretakers and a bit smarter too.
But that had nothing to do with me. I didn't need anyone getting close to me.
The angrier she got, the more it proved she couldn't handle my "bad attitude," and then I could present her with my pre-prepared options—put up with it or leave.
But to my surprise, she chose neither. What a stubborn girl!
I had no choice but to kick her out, but she refused to budge!
Since the accident two years ago, I lost the ability to stand. I can't even remember the last time I left this room. I even think I might be afraid of sunlight. So when she opened the curtains, my instinct was to shield my eyes.
I must have looked pathetic in that moment. No one had ever dared treat me like that, and I had to show her that there were consequences.
But she actually had the nerve to fight me for my phone and even scold me.
One thing she said, though, was right—I really was a coward. I couldn't even step out of my own room.
That truth—this was the first time someone had pointed it out so plainly.
Suddenly, all my strength seemed to leave me. But I hadn't expected that letting go would cause her to fall, and when I saw the fear in her eyes, somehow, my instinct was to reach out and pull her back.
She smelled nice, sweet like her demeanor, and it drove me mad—I was getting excited, completely out of my control, but I could swear that I had no ill intentions!
But then, her hand landed on my crotch.
At that moment, I realized I was still alive. I still had a man's desires, and they were intense.
Even after she left, I couldn't calm the turmoil inside me, especially the piercing accusation that echoed in my ears—
"Do you really want to spend your whole life hiding in this dark room, playing childish pranks? You're a coward!"
'How dare she say that to me? She has perfectly healthy legs which allow her to run and jump. What about me?'
When Sereina came, her first instinct was to close the curtains and scold Mabel, "How could you be so careless?"
But I stopped her.
Strangely enough, after that girl left, I wanted to close the curtains immediately, but I didn't.
Sereina was shocked. "Sidney, I'm so happy for you. Did that girl do this?"
Maybe she did, but I shook my head.
Sereina chatted with me briefly about the household before asking, "What do you think of that girl?"
I hesitated for a second and replied, "Not much."
"Then I'll reject her, okay? She said she'd like to try again. She's actually quite a nice girl—I thought you might like her," Sereina said, waving her phone.
I fell silent, turning my wheelchair away from her. "Whatever."
My mood worsened. I didn't know if it was because that girl had infuriated me or because I wouldn't be seeing her again.
I refused the dinner Mabel brought, not allowing anyone near me, threatening to fire anyone who tried.
I knew if I said that, no one would come.
An inexplicable irritation overwhelmed me, and I didn't want anyone bothering me.
But surprises always had a way of catching me off guard. As I was preparing for bed, I fell hard while transitioning from my wheelchair to the bed.
I didn't call for Mabel. I didn't want anyone to see me like that.
I tried to prop myself up, struggling over and over again, biting back the pain, but I kept failing.
Eventually, I passed out from exhaustion, filled with frustration and unwillingness.
I wasn't sure how much time had passed, but I heard someone calling my name.
When I opened my eyes, I saw that girl again.
'Hasn't Sereina rejected her already? Sereina has always been decisive—why did she change her mind? Was it because of my moment of hesitation last night?'
This girl was still as bold as ever, barging in here against my orders, even trying to undress me.
But when it came to my legs... A surge of unprecedented power shot through me. I broke free from her and ordered her not to look at them.
I assumed that with how awful I was being, she must be secretly laughing at me or, worse, looking at me with that same damned pity everyone else did.
"Does it hurt?" Her voice didn't sound mocking, and there wasn't a trace of pity.
Why? Why didn't I feel as irritated anymore?
After the doctor bandaged me up, I slept soundly, without the nightmares of that bloody battle or the pain of my injured legs.
In my dream, I stood firmly on the ground. I could run and jump freely, still my father's most beloved son.
But dreams always end, and when I woke up, my mood soured, especially when I found someone leaning by my bed. 'Haven't I said no one was allowed in here?!
Damn it! Why is it her again? Why did she always ignore my orders?'
This time, I was definitely going to teach her a lesson! I immediately called Mabel in, instructing her to get rid of the girl.
Mabel hesitated, but she followed my order. "Right away, sir," she said.
As she went to help Amber up, I heard a series of faint murmurs—
"Dad, Mom... I'm sorry... It was my fault. I shouldn't have thrown a tantrum that day. It's all my fault..."
I froze, seeing the tearstains on her face.
'Someone so bold could also shed tears?'
A strange emotion surged within me.
"Forget it. Take her to the guest room to rest." I changed my mind, though even I didn't understand why I did so.
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