Female Novel
Chapter 1188
Hearing him say this, Neera realized that Caleb did not come alone.
Behind him, there was another man, with most of his body concealed in the darkness, standing quietly, which waswhy she didn't notice him right away.
At that moment, she bypassed the few people blocking her way and walked past them.
“Mr. Medicina, how come you're here? Is there something you need?” she greeted him politely, taking theinitiative to ask.
Upon seeing her, Caleb curved his lips into a smile. Even in such an environment, he still maintained thedemeanor of a refined and modest gentleman.
“Ms. Garcia, you must be tired after a whole day's journey, aren't you? Your complexion doesn't look too good.Are you feeling unwell?”
“Thank you for your concern, but I'm fine. I just feel a bit tired.”
Neera would rather respond politely. For some reason, she felt an inexplicably intense gaze on her as she spoke.
Without thinking, she followed the direction of her gaze, and landed on the man standing behind Calebunexpectedly.
That face was largely concealed in the darkness of the night. There was only a small portion that was illuminatedby the firelight, making it impossible to discern his features.
Is it this person who was just looking at me...
“Make sure to get a good rest tonight if you're tired.” novelbin
After he finished speaking, he glanced at the man behind him, signaling him to step forward.
“Actually, the reason for my visit was to bring you some food. I specifically carried these into the dense forest tohelp you replenish your strength and nutrition. Even though you've already eaten, you can save these fortomorrow. I'll also leave this cooler box for you.”
Neera glanced down and noticed that the man had laid out all sorts of things, from roast chicken and duck to evensalmon and crabs.
Suddenly, the corner of her mouth twitched.
This person has ventured into the mountains, but brought along so much gourmet food. How can they not feel theslightest bit of tension? Could it be that they're here for a vacation?
Shane was much more straightforward than her, so he openly voiced his criticisms.
“You don't seem like you're here for the selection process. It is more like you're here for a leisure sightseeingtrip.”
Caleb didn't mind at all. With his hands in his pockets, he carried a touch of nonchalance in his elegance, yetwithout appearing frivolous. His demeanor was perfectly controlled.
“Well, you could say that. After all, the Medicina family has no intention of vying for the title of the districtpresident. We're just here to make up the numbers, to show our faces, so to speak. As for that white flag, we have
no plans to seize it.”
As he was speaking, the man next to him suddenly handed Neera a drumstick.
Neera blinked, finding the situation somewhat amusing yet baffling. Although she wasn't hungry, she accepted itout of politeness. “Thank you.”
At this moment, she finally saw the man's appearance clearly.
That was a very ordinary looking face, with average features that were quite symmetrical.
However, there was a scar on his right cheek, destroying his otherwise ordinary appearance. It added a touch offierceness and ferocity, making him look somewhat intimidating.
Nevertheless, Neera always felt that there was something off about this man for some unknown reason.
But upon closer inspection, she couldn't quite pinpoint what was off.
As she was worried that her intense gaze might make the other person uncomfortable, she quickly averted hereyes, and turned her face away without showing any particular emotion.
Yet, she felt as though his gaze was still fixed on her and carried an ambiguous look.
Luckily, after exchanging pleasantries, Caleb was about to take their leave.
Before leaving, he smiled at Neera and said, “Rest well tonight. Rejuvenate for we have to continue our journeytomorrow.”
Neera smiled and nodded, “Thank you. You too.”
After he finished speaking, Caleb left with that man.
Once their figures disappeared into the dense forest, Finnley suddenly came over, his eyes filled with suspicion.
“That Medicina boy, why won't he leave you alone? First, he reminded you of possible danger, then helped youcross the swamp, and now he even made a special trip to bring you food. If someone is overly attentive for noreason, he is probably up to no good. What does he have in mind? Could it be... that he's interested in you?”
As soon as he spoke, Shane and the others turned to look, each with a peculiar look in their eyes.
Neera felt a bit embarrassed and touched her nose.
“No way. That's a bit far-fetched, isn't it...”
However, the members of the Cox family argued, “There must be an ulterior motive. Why else would he help ustime and again? It just doesn't make sense.”
Neera hummed in return, “I don't think so. I barely have any interaction with him and have only met him two orthree times. How could he possibly be interested in me?”
She may say so, but she didn't understand why Caleb was taking such good care of her.
And then there was that scary looking man...
She was certain of her intuition. The man with the scar on his face had definitely been staring at her for quitesome time.
Why though?
And what about that feeling of discordance? What is it exactly?
After a moment of thought, she turned to Shane and asked, “Shane, do you know the man who came with Caleb?”