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Chapter Forty Two

Author: Normani
last update Last Updated: 2025-08-15 05:22:40

Damian hissed as the physician applied ointment on his facial bruises. He exhaled when the man was done and tried to get up.

"No," The bald headed man objected, restraining him by placing a hand on his shoulder "You should rest for now, Mr Brown. You need plenty of it for your wounds to heal properly. I have administered analgesics to you, and left some on the cabinet. The dosage is clearly inscribed on it, so you won't have to call and ask."

"That was thoughtful of you." Damian retorted, grinning like a Cheshire cat.

"I will check up on you by this time tomorrow," The physician peered at his wristwatch and gazed at the man before packing up his kit "Have a nice day, Sir."

Damian watched as the man exited the room before picking the envelope by his side. It was the invitation and gate pass to the gala event. It was only two days away and Ivan had to decorate his face in this manner. He would probably make a grand entry with a plaster putting his nose and face together. Damn.

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