When Aurora arrived, she noticed Theodore leaving the ward.She hurriedly hid behind a corner as he walked forward. At first, she wanted to call out to him. Then a thought came to mind, and she followed him in secret. Theodore left the hospital to buy breakfast from a nearby store. Who was he buying breakfast for? Was it for her?Aurora saw a glimmer of hope.Since Theodore stayed with Rosalie for an entire night last night, was he buying breakfast for her out of guilt?She saw Theodore buying two portions of breakfast in two boxes before returning.Aurora quickly hid herself again. She continued following Theodore, and saw him walking back into Rosalie's ward with breakfast in hand.Her world imploded before her eyes. Was Theodore going to have breakfast with Rosalie, too? He had already spent the entire night with her!'Oh Theo, what do you see me as? Am I not your girlfriend? Why are you keeping your ex-wife company?' Aurora thought, anguished. Gritting her teeth, she p
'Why?! Why are you doing this to me? What's so good about Rosalie Young? Why are you like this? She's another man's wife!' she cried inwardly.Aurora clutched her chest and stumbled back to her ward. 'Theodore Spencer, how could you stomp on my feelings so cruelly?'Aurora shut her eyes, overwhelmed by pain. She felt as though her world had turned dark. All she could see was black and white. Colors no longer existed in her life.That was all there was to life. Where was its beauty? Only lies and schemes existed between people, even between kin and loved ones.Aurora suddenly thought of something and pulled out a pill from her pocket. It was the pill Yerick gave her last night.'Should I really take it? What if I die?' she thought.However, if that man really wanted to kill her, he would have done it long ago. There was no need for him to do it in such a roundabout manner.Aside from getting a heart transplant, there was no way around her heart disease.However, if she were
Aurora was stunned by Theodore's excellent act. He refused to speak a word about what he did last night when he was clearly with Rosalie. His reluctance to say anything to her made it clear that he was trying to hide something from her.Yet, Aurora knew that she couldn't expose him. There was a veil between them that if she tore away, nothing would be left between them.At the very least, Theodore was now still willing to keep up appearances with her.If the day were to come when he wasn't even willing to do that, that would be when things become impossible between them. Aurora had no choice but to feign ignorance.Theodore noticed that Aurora didn't look well, and reached out to caress her forehead."Aurora, what's the matter? Are you ill?"Aurora shook her head. "No. Oh yes," she exclaimed, changing the subject. "How are things with Sebastian?"Theodore sighed. "It's as if he received a tip-off and fled to Blencalgo just in time."Aurora's heart leaped. "What? He fled? Then
"Anything suspicious?" Theodore repeated.He tried to think back on anything that might have gone wrong. Suddenly, he remembered how he told Rosalie he had evidence that would send Sebastian to jail. After seeing his evidence, she didn't tell him that Sebastian had left for Blencalgo. Only much later, after she watched the video, did she confess that Sebastian had left Melrine.Why did she not say it right from the start, and only after she watched the video?It felt as though she was trying to protect Sebastian.Did this really have something to do with Rosalie? Did she tell Sebastian to leave out of worry that something might happen to him?Did Sebastian tell Rosalie what he did, and despite her anger, she still chose to forgive him and let him hide in Blencalgo lest something untoward were to happen to him?However, the shock on Rosalie's face when she watched the video he showed her didn't seem as though she knew about it beforehand.Theodore's mind was a mess.Was it tru
Rosalie's voice was tinged with resigned sorrow. She had no energy to scold him or get mad at Theodore, and every word she said was drenched with helplessness."I have a question for you that I hope you'll answer honestly," Theodore said. "What is it?" Rosalie asked. "Let me go before we talk."It wasn't appropriate for him to be holding her like this in public.Theodore let go of her arm. "Rose, tell me the truth. Did you tell Sebastian to leave?"His question was neither interrogative nor asked in anger. He simply wanted to know the answer to it.Rosalie's eyes flashed with doubt when she heard his question. She understood every word he spoke, but when strung together in the question, she didn't seem to comprehend at all.Was he interrogating her?"What do you mean by that? What do you mean I told him to leave?" she shot back."Did you already know what Sebastian did and thought that I would cause him trouble, so you told him to leave?"Rosalie chuckled. "Do you know what
"This has nothing to do with Aurora. It's my own conclusion," Theodore said. "I just want to know if you…""Theo," Rosalie said, cutting him off. "I don't want to slap you one more time. Please stop talking. I've really had enough of all your interrogation. We keep doubting each other, and I feel so tired each time I see you. I've honestly had enough!"She turned around to leave, looking despondent."Rose!" Theodore hugged her from behind. "I'm sorry. I shouldn't have doubted you."Rosalie smiled weakly.His mood shifted so quickly. A minute ago, he was still doubting her. Now, he was apologizing to her. It was the same in the past; he would treat her so tenderly one moment, then he would bring up divorce the next."Let me go," she said firmly. "We're divorced. I have a husband while you have a girlfriend. Is it appropriate for you to behave like this?"Theodore shut his eyes in pain. "I'll release you in ten seconds. Give me ten more seconds."He counted down inwardly.Right
Theodore returned to Aurora's ward."Theo, you're back."Theodore sat by Aurora's bedside and looked at her. He opened his mouth to say something, but no words came out. He didn't believe that Aurora was that kind of person.On second thought, however… Aurora did benefit from what happened.The premise, though, was that she was the kind of person who would do something like that in the first place."What's the matter, Theo? Did something happen?" Aurora asked. Theodore gave her a weak smile. "Nothing."He held her hand. "Aurora, there's something I want you to tell me…""Argh…!"Suddenly, Aurora clutched her chest and collapsed back on the bed. She was knocked out cold."Aurora!" Theodore anxiously hauled her into his arms from the bed. "Aurora, what's the matter? Wake up!"He turned to the door and yelled, "Doctor! Doctor!" -Aurora suddenly experienced heart failure, and required a heart transplant in three days. At the moment, she was on life support.This news came
The two of them chatted for a long time and before they knew it, the sky had turned dark. Justin told Rosalie to head back.Rosalie didn't want to disturb Justin from his rest. After cutting him some fruits and leaving them on his table, she left. For some reason unbeknownst to her, she felt very at ease being with him. While they were together, time passed quickly. When Rosalie reached the entrance of the hospital, she suddenly spotted Theodore standing quietly a short distance away, a cigarette between his fingers. He ran his fingers through his hair and crouched down, looking like he was in great pain.After hesitating for a moment, Rosalie told the driver, "Please wait for me for a while."With that, she approached Theodore. "What's wrong?"The familiar voice made Theodore lift his head. When he saw that it was Rosalie, he immediately stood up.Rosalie saw the haggard look on his face. "Did you receive your biopsy results? Is it benign or malignant?"Theodore almost forgot
After that camping trip, the relationship between Theodore and Rosalie seemed to have reached a new level of understanding.Though they were no longer husband and wife, they interacted like close family.Theodore found a good burial site to lay Justin to rest.Even though only a few fragments of Justin's bones remained, he still deserved a proper burial in a place with good geomancy.The burial was kept simple. There was no formal funeral. Only Rosalie and Theodore brought Justin's remains to the cemetery.Rosalie held the small box in her arms, reluctant to part with it. Theodore gently placed his arm around her shoulders. "Rose, let him rest in peace."Tears welled in Rosalie's eyes as she gazed at Theodore. She opened the box, revealing the few remaining fragments of Justin's bones, and gently caressed them. "Justin, I will come visit you again."Theodore glanced at the bones inside the box and frowned slightly. Something seemed off. There were supposed to be seven bone fragments
"That's right, you're not silly—you're just a little dummy," Theodore said teasingly. He didn't actually think Rosalie was silly. He was only joking with her.Rosalie knew that as well, so she wasn't upset. She turned and lay on her side to face him. "Theo, we got along so well when we were kids, and you always took care of me. I liked you ever since I was little. Later, when I was able to marry you, I was really happy.""I was happy to marry you, too. But I was the foolish one. Rose, you're not a little dummy—I'm the big fool here."If he hadn't been so foolish, things wouldn't have turned out the way they did. When it came to love, he was utterly clueless.Even a genius with a high IQ could be completely ignorant in certain areas. It often took countless detours before finally coming to a realization.Love, in particular, was the easiest thing to get wrong—especially when viewed from one's perspective."But we're still family, and we have a child together. The bond between us will
The sun gradually set, casting an orange glow over the tent and the grass. The family of three sat around the campfire, enjoying the joy of camping and admiring the beauty and tranquility of nature.Rosalie and Theodore had arrived in the morning, and they had spent the entire day together. They chatted, took walks, and explored the surrounding area.Neither of them had taken out their phones to pass the time, yet the hours flew by, and before they knew it, night had fallen.The three of them sat by the fire and enjoyed barbecued meat together. By the time they finished eating, the fire had begun to die down. The sky was now pitch black.Rosalie lay on the mat spread out on the grass, staring up at the sky. The twinkling stars above shimmered like glowing diamonds.In the quiet of the night, the occasional crackling sound came from the extinguished embers of the campfire.It was a soothing sound, one that didn't disturb the beauty of the night.Rosalie formed a circle with her index fi
"Alright." Theodore nodded. "I'll give the child a name, but this is an important matter—I need to think it through carefully."Since this was Rosalie's wish, he was naturally willing to fulfill it.Rosalie smiled and said, "Alright, let me know when you've decided on a name.""I will. I'll tell you as soon as I decide." Theodore raised his hand and gently stroked Rosalie's head.Steve stumbled as he ran toward his parents and threw himself into Rosalie's arms. His movement was a bit forceful, but Rosalie still managed to catch him in time.Seeing this, Theodore immediately took Steve from Rosalie's embrace.He said seriously, "Steve, Mommy is pregnant now. You can't throw yourself at her like that—you might hurt her."Steve's dark, round eyes blinked as he listened to Theodore's words. Realizing he had done something wrong, he looked at his mother with a guilty expression."It's okay. I'm fine," Rosalie quickly reassured him. "Come here, let Mommy hold you." Rosalie pulled Steve back
A few days later, Theodore took Rosalie and Steve on a camping trip. They found a quiet spot, and bodyguards were stationed around for security.The scenery was breathtaking. In the distance, layers of mountains stacked upon each other, while lush greenery spread in all directions. Just a few dozen feet ahead, a clear stream flowed gently, creating a serene and natural landscape."Theo, let's set up the tent first," Rosalie said.They had decided to camp here for the night, as it was a perfect spot for stargazing."Alright, I'll have the bodyguards set it up.""Theo," Rosalie walked forward and said, "let's set it up together. No need to ask the bodyguards.""But it will be tiring. I can do it myself—you should sit and rest," Theodore said, not wanting her to exert herself."It's fine. I can handle it. Let's set up the tent together," Rosalie insisted.Theodore nodded. "Alright, we'll do it together."He bent down, opened the bag, and took out the tent. The two of them then started ass
Late at night, Rosalie woke up from yet another nightmare. This time, however, she did not scream. Instead, her eyes snapped open, and her breathing was rapid.Theodore immediately rushed to her bedside. "Rose, did you have another nightmare?"She hadn't had one in several days.Rosalie turned on the lamp, surprised to see Theodore by her bed. "Theo, why didn't you go back to your room to sleep?""I was worried about you, so… Rose, I just want to stay with you. Did you have another nightmare?""Theo, I...""What is it, Rose? Do you have something to tell me?"Rosalie shook her head. "Repeating those words over and over again doesn't really change anything. I just...""Theo." She gripped his hand tightly. "You must protect yourself well. Get more bodyguards.""Alright, I promise you. I will protect myself, protect the baby, and protect you. I will never let you get hurt again." He pulled Rosalie into his arms."By the way, Rose, I have something to tell you. Aurora, Angie, and Cynthia
Rosalie wondered if the baby would look more like her or Justin.Looking up at the azure blue sky and the white clouds floating in it, she could almost see Justin looking and smiling back at her.Steve raised his hand and caressed her face. She looked at him and smiled, and caressed his head. "Stevie, Mommy will always love you."She kissed his forehead gently, and he hugged her gleefully.Just then, a voice sounded from behind. "What are you two talking about?"Rosalie turned around to see Theodore walking toward them. He was wearing a suit, looking smart, a tender look on his face as he stood next to the mother-and-son pair."Nothing much, just getting some sun. We should head in soon," Rosalie said as she stood up with Steve in her arms.Theodore took over Steve with one hand and pulled Rosalie up with another."Let's head in together."He held Rosalie's hand and didn't let go. She didn't shake his hand off and nodded, letting him hold her hand.They walked into the villa.
Theodore brought Rosalie back to her room and she sat by the windows, exhausted."Rose, lie on the bed and rest for a while. I'll call you when it's time for lunch.""Theo, you don't look too good."His face was very pale."I'm fine. Perhaps it's because I didn't sleep well the past two days.""You should get some rest too. Don't just keep staying by my side."During this period, she would see Theodore by her bedside whenever she woke up from a bad dream. She gathered he hadn't been getting enough rest during this period."I'm fine. I'll wait for you to fall asleep before leaving."He helped RoslIe onto the bed and covered her with the sheets. Rosalie shut her eyes and exhaled out loud."Oh yes, Rose. There's one more thing.""What is it?" Rosalie asked."We found a girl called Nana.""Nana?" Rosalie sat up on the bed. "You saw her?"Theodore nodded. "When we found her in the villa, she kept saying that you're her mother and Sebastian is her father.""Sebastian adopted he
She and Justin's baby must have really wanted to survive, which was why it tried so hard to stay in her body.For all she knew, it was Justin staying by her side in another way.Rosalie caressed her stomach while covering her lips as she sobbed brokenly. This time, she didn't cry merely due to sorrow, but because she saw a ray of light amidst the hopelessness, and Justin's shadow within the light.Theodore gently patted her through the sheets. "Rose, you still have me and Steve. We'll stay by your side. I'll also take care of the baby in your stomach. I won't let him grow up without a father."Rosalie looked at Theodore, tears streaming down her face. She held his hand tight, words unspoken in her heart that she didn't know how to express.After being under observation in the hospital for two days, the doctors made sure that she was physically fine and Theodore took Rosalie home.Rosalie was ready to see Steve.She had been emotionally unstable and didn't dare to see Steve not b