Chapter 14

Marcus snapped his eyes opened hearing the shuffle beside him as Jessica jolted in surprise seeing him wide awake, "Jesus Christ!"

She heaved a breather, her hand on her chest as she tried to calm her racing heart," You scared me there!"

Jessica placed the mini tray consisting of a glass of water with two tablets on a mini plate on the lamp table beside the bed.

"Shall I bring the breakfast over to you? Or will you b ecoming down?" Jessica asked, a warm smile on her face while her eyes showed hurt and saddness.

"How is she?" Marcus asked instantly with worried lacing in his tone, eager to know about Lailah's well-being than wanting breakfast or any other shit. He wants to meet and check on her but felt his body still recovering from the effect of the bandaid. It won't be taking long though.

Jessica let out a sigh, remembering Lailah. She pitied the girl for having to deal with such a difficult situation. She wanted to talk with Caesar and comment on his animal-like behavior, but