Chapter 991

But the pain she was bracing herself for never arrived. She tentatively opened her eyes and saw him looking at her hand intently. He asked softly, "Does it hurt?" A wave of emotions that even she couldn't describe washed over her, making her nose turn slightly stuffy. He always gave her the illusion that he cherished her, but the truth was, he could dump her anytime without any hesitation! "Jackson Valor, if you don't love me, then don't kiss me! And don't ask me whether the hand that slapped you hurt! It'll only make me feel disgusted!" She glared at him and forcefully pulled her hand back from his fingers. Her long hair was in disarray. Her face alternated between pale and flushed. A few strands of hair fell messily onto her cheeks. Her dark, almond-shaped eyes were full of anger. Jackson's face paled. His body swayed unsteadily, and a nauseous feeling suddenly came over him. Covering his mouth with his hand, he staggered off the bed and headed for the bathroom. Soon after th