Tally was still in a trance even though Victor had repeatedly assured her that the wolf was dead. She was no doubt scared witless by what had happened.She gently extricated herself from Victor's embrace. It was then she noticed that his arm was injured.The wolf must have attacked him when he pushed her away. Blood was continuously oozing out from his wound.If it weren't for him, Tally might have been attacked by the wolf instead.Tally's eyes welled up with tears. "You're bleeding."There were lots of blood.Noticing that Tally was sobbing intensely, Victor said, "It's not the time to cry. We have to leave here immediately. The smell of the blood might attract other wild animals. There might be more wolves around."We'll be in big trouble if there's a wolf pack."Tally's heart skipped a beat upon hearing the possibility of a wolf pack. The two wolves had almost taken their lives. There wouldn't be any hope for them to survive if they had to face a wolf pack."Let's go, t
Both Tally and Victor had lost a lot of blood. Tally, after pushing herself to make a final phone call, eventually succumbed to the blood loss and passed out. When they regained their consciousness, they found themselves in Montiwood's hospital.When Tally opened her eyes, she found herself in a room filled with the scent of disinfectant. "V-Victor!" she exclaimed subconsciously, attempting to sit up. However, an excruciating pain shot through her leg as she moved.Markus, who had been by her side, heard her call Victor's name upon waking. His expression turned completely dark upon hearing that, and he grew even more infuriated seeing her face pale from the pain. "It's painful, isn't it? That's why you should be staying still."Tally's body stiffened at the sound of Markus' voice. She forced herself to endure the pain in her leg and slowly turned her head to look at Markus.She couldn't believe it was really him, and annoyance flooded her at his presence. "H-How did you …"
Markus seethed with anger in his thoughts while Tally, enduring the pain from her wound, slowly approached the ward's doorway.The nurse immediately sensed the tense situation when she came in."Gosh, what are you doing, Ms. Johnson? You mustn't be moving right now. Please go back and lie down on the bed," the nurse urged Tally, preventing her from leaving. Looking at Markus, who exuded an icy demeanor, the nurse remarked, "What are you doing? As the patient's family, you should be aware of the condition of her wound. Why can't you talk to her nicely?""Nicely? Do you think that's possible?" Markus erupted instantly. Tally had never once listened to him. It was impossible for him to talk to her nicely.Tally shot him a fierce glare. "I can't talk to him nicely either. Where's Victor?""Are you still trying to find him? Do you want him to send you to hell? Tally Johnson, you're such an idiot!" Markus felt his sanity slipping away. He had never dealt with a woman so resistant to
Victor was momentarily taken aback when he saw Tally entering his ward. "What are you doing here?"Walter also took notice of Tally's presence. He had heard how Randall had raised Tally even though she was the apple of his eye. She was the Johnsons' only heir, which was why Randall had very high expectations of her. Randall had pushed her to earn her own money and had cut off her expenses when she went to the Albert Group to learn.Tally hadn't let Randall down. She had proven herself after returning to the Johnson Group.Markus' actions had undoubtedly caused her significant torment, and Walter acknowledged that the Johnson Group might not have survived without Victor's assistance. Nonetheless, Walter acknowledged that Tally had indeed demonstrated considerable business and management skills."I-I …" Tally struggled to express herself in Walter's presence. She looked toward him and greeted him politely. "Hello, Walter."Walter appeared pleased as Tally greeted him. He sto
Victor pondered briefly after hearing Tally raising her voice. After a pause, he nodded. "I believe Markus truly did save us since he was adamant about it." Tally was speechless. She couldn't believe it. It would be truly unfortunate of her if that were the case."But it was because I called the police in the first place. How would he have found us if I hadn't?" Tally was reluctant to acknowledge that Markus had saved their lives. Her annoyance was palpable, a departure from her usual demeanor.Victor sighed. "Of course, of course. Whatever you say.""I will not be grateful to him or repay him for what he had done." Tally sounded extremely determined about it."Alright, anything you say." Victor knew it was best not to dispute his fiancée's stance in her current infuriated state. He understood that trying to reason with an angry woman was a futile endeavor.In Tally's eyes, Markus had become her enemy, and she expressed her grievances against him. On the other hand, Markus
Henry hadn't forgotten what Markus had said when Randall ended up in the hospital because of the latter. The fact that Markus seemed oblivious to why Tally harbored such strong resentment toward him was beyond belief.A throbbing headache accompanied Henry's contemplation of the situation.Upon hearing Henry's words, Markus shot him a look filled with disdain."Ms. Johnson was profoundly affected by it at that time," Henry stated calmly, trying to keep his composure. He aimed to prompt Markus to reflect on his actions. Surprisingly, Markus did calm down. His silence carried a depth of contemplation. Nobody knew what he was thinking.After a brief pause, just when Henry began to think Markus might drop the matter, he asked, "Are you suggesting she's still angry with me because of that?" Henry was momentarily taken aback. He sensed a glimmer of hope, surprised that Markus had finally grasped the situation. Considering Markus' recent behavior, Henry had doubted whether he woul
Markus snapped, "That woman doesn't give a hoot about her life. Am I supposed to let her ruin herself instead?"Henry was taken aback. Based on Markus' words, it seemed he intended to storm into Victor's ward and take Tally back. If that was the case, he had to stop Markus from making such a rash move. "H-Hold on a second. You can't go there.""Let go of me.""Mr. Byron said you have to stay calm no matter what happens, or you might lose your life." Henry was on the brink of tears.Before leaving Harborlean, Byron repeatedly emphasized that Henry had to ensure Markus' safety, implying that Markus should avoid provoking Victor. Henry was certain that going to Victor's ward now would spell doom for Markus. However, Markus had lost his mind, and Henry couldn't stop him. Markus rushed toward Victor's ward. Victor and Tally were talking to each other when he entered. They were holding hands, looking incredibly intimate.The scene triggered Markus' nerves instantly. His eyes were
Markus' breaths grew heavier. Tally, too, was taken aback. She recognized the sound. It was the same sound she had heard in the mountains the day before. Surprise washed over her as she realized Victor was armed. Anxiety set in as she met Victor's dangerous gaze. "V-Victor, calm down!""Are you now aware of how dangerous he is? Are you still determined to be with someone like him?" Markus spoke defiantly, seemingly unafraid of the imminent threat.Henry and Tally exchanged speechless glances, treating Markus as if he were a fool. Markus provoking Victor at this critical moment would only further irritate him. It wouldn't do him any good. Henry was utterly dumbfounded. Tally quickly said, "Hurry up and take him away! Are you going to let him die right here?"Henry immediately snapped back to reality and hurried toward Markus. "Mr. Hunt, I think we should leave.""Tally Johnson!" Markus gritted his teeth and growled, his tone and gaze suggesting a desire to tear Tally apart.