Chapter 242 Jessica, Give Me Another Chance
Grace frowned throughout the entire time the doctor treated her wound. "Hiss, it hurts.
"Ouch, be gentle, it really hurts."
Next to her, Jessica clenched her hands tightly, feeling as much pain in her heart as Grace did.
The injury was on her face, and the mark was quite deep. Any ordinary girl would be very worried about scarring.
Grace was a celebrity, so she was definitely more concerned.
Jessica tilted her head back, feeling endless regret.
It was her fault.
If it weren't for her, Grace wouldn't have helped her bully Diana, and she wouldn't have been scratched by Diana like this.
What if this scar really stayed on her face?
Jessica immediately shook her head vigorously; she couldn't bear to think about it.
No, it won't happen, it definitely won't.
Grace was so kind-hearted; she believed God would surely watch over them.
After the wound was treated and medicine was applied, both of them almost simultaneously asked, "Doctor, will it leave a scar?"
Seeing two pretty young girls, the doctor immediately smiled kindly and reassured them, "Don't worry, girls. This medicine is very effective, and I've treated it very carefully. As long as you take good care of it, it won't leave a scar."
"Okay, thank you, doctor." Jessica immediately expressed her gratitude with a bow.
However, despite what the doctor said, Jessica wouldn't be truly at ease until Grace's face was fully healed.
After collecting the medicine from the window, the two walked out of the hospital.
Jessica held the medicine in one hand and linked arms with Grace with the other, her head hanging low.
"It's okay. Didn't the doctor just say it won't leave a scar?" Grace comforted her.
She knew Jessica was definitely feeling guilty.
"I'm sorry, Grace. I know this is redundant, but I still have to say it," Jessica said.
"Then don't say it. I don't like it when you apologize to me. It makes us seem distant. Don't worry, it won't leave a scar. Even in the worst-case scenario, Linda has ways to fix it. And besides, there's always cosmetic surgery. It won't really leave a scar."
Hearing this, Jessica felt a bit better.
Just as they reached the hospital entrance, they saw Gabriel walking in.
"Jessica, we need to talk." Gabriel took her hand firmly.
Without hesitation, Jessica shook him off. "No, there's nothing to talk about between us."
She quickly pulled Grace into the car and instructed the driver to drive immediately.
Gabriel also quickly got into his car and followed them.
Jessica and Grace returned to their cozy little home.
They sat on the couch watching TV, as if nothing outside mattered to them.
An hour later, Grace, feeling a bit uneasy, finally spoke up, "Jessica, I just went to the balcony to get the clothes and saw Gabriel waiting downstairs for you."
At that moment, Jessica's phone started ringing incessantly.
She opened it to find all the messages from Gabriel.
Gabriel: [Jessica, I know you don't want to hear me say sorry a thousand times, but I still have to say it. I'm sorry.]
Gabriel: [I'll wait downstairs until you come down.]
Gabriel: [Jessica, give me one more chance.]
After skimming through the messages, Jessica turned off her phone and ignored them.
Grace sighed and carefully took a shower in the bathroom.
There were some things she wanted to help with, but she knew she couldn't interfere in this matter. Jessica and Gabriel had to handle it themselves.
All she could do was unconditionally support Jessica.
But no matter what, she still hoped Jessica could find her own happiness.
After her shower, Grace was ready to sleep.
Remembering something, she reminded, "The weather forecast said it might rain heavily tonight."
With that, she went to her room to sleep.
Jessica appeared calm, but she had to admit that her heart was far from peaceful.
It was like a raging sea inside her.
Not long after Grace went in, the wind started howling outside.
The wind roared, and the trees swayed wildly.
Even with the windows closed, she could clearly hear the wind's howls.
Soon, within minutes, a torrential downpour began.
Jessica sat inside, clearly hearing the rain pounding against the windows, very fiercely.
She had no interest in what was on TV anymore.
She just sat on the couch, staring blankly at the TV.
Suddenly, the wind howled even more fiercely, and the rain intensified.
Jessica bit her lip, trying hard to control her inner turmoil.
She thought Gabriel wouldn't be so foolish. With such heavy rain, he must have left by now.
But despite thinking this, she couldn't help but walk to the window to check.
As soon as Jessica reached the window, she realized the rain was even heavier than she had imagined.
The raindrops, as big as marbles, pounded against the window.
The outside was a blur, the rain driven by the wind looked like a mist, making it impossible to see anything clearly.
Jessica reached out and opened the window.
Suddenly, the strong wind drove the rain inside, drenching her.
Jessica hugged herself tightly and looked down.
What she saw made her heart skip a beat.
Despite the heavy rain and poor visibility, she could clearly see Gabriel's car and his figure leaning against it.
He hadn't gotten into the car.
He was just standing there, getting soaked, without even an umbrella.
Jessica quickly closed the window, her heart pounding.
She couldn't help but think, 'Is he an idiot? Why isn't he taking shelter in the car in such downpour?'
He must be doing it on purpose, getting soaked to make her feel distressed for him.
She wouldn't feel distressed for him. When he deceived her time and again, choosing Diana over her, did he ever think about today?
He hurt her so deeply; why should she forgive him so easily?
Back in her bedroom, Jessica pulled the covers over herself, forcing herself to sleep.
As long as she slept, she wouldn't have to think about it.
But with the sound of the rain outside, one drop after another, and the wind howling, she couldn't sleep.
Jessica got up, put on headphones, and played some calming music, but even that didn't help her relax.
After tossing and turning a few times, she admitted that he had affected her.
Putting on a thick coat, Jessica changed her shoes and went downstairs with an umbrella.
As soon as she stepped out of the residential complex, she saw Gabriel standing by the car, getting soaked.
He was completely drenched, his clothes dripping water like a small rain shower.
But even so, he stood tall and straight, without the slightest bend.
Suddenly, in the midst of the heavy rain, he seemed to see a familiar figure.
Gradually, the figure came closer.
Gabriel was sure it was her; it had to be her.
"Jessica." He shouted loudly, wiping the rain from his face, and ran towards her.
When Jessica appeared clearly in front of him, he finally smiled. "Jessica, I knew it. You couldn't bear it; you would come down to see me."
