"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
How could a man so wilful be the father of her child?Rosalie's assessment of him made Theodore laugh out loud. "Yes, I'm that wilful. Say whatever you want to say."Rosalie shut her eyes and took a deep breath, trying her best to suppress the anger rising in her chest.She then opened her eyes and said, "Theo, I'll accompany you for your biopsy tomorrow morning. You must get your results tomorrow no matter what. I'll see you tomorrow at nine."With that, she turned to leave."I don't need you accompanying me!" Theodore yelled after her retreating figure. "Why are you still helping me? Is it because you now know that Aurora isn't pregnant and think things are still possible between us?"Theodore's words sounded sarcastic, but it was in fact what he wanted to know. Would Rosalie not be so resolute after finding out that Aurora wasn't pregnant?Rosalie turned around. "Whether Aurora is pregnant or not, what difference does it make? She's your woman, and I'm married to Sebastian.
The next day, Rosalie requested a half-day leave. She then went looking for Theodore to bring him to his biopsy.Theodore was very reluctant at the start, but when Rosalie started talking about Grandma, he had no choice but to obediently go for his biopsy.They had to wait three to five days for the results.Rosalie reminded Theodore again and again to tell her the results once they were out. After that, she left him. Accompanying Theodore to his biopsy felt like a duty to her. She left right after it was done, without showing any iota of concern or offering any comfort to him.Things between them seemed to be reduced to this state. If one of them were to die, the other would surely attend the funeral. However, neither of them would weep bitterly for the other at the funeral.After leaving, Rosalie went to visit Justin.Justin looked even better today, but he realized that Rosalie didn't look too good. After pestering her about it, she finally told him the truth.Justin remain
"No, she simply said that your younger sister passed away," Theodore replied."Yes, Rosalie's surname does sound like my sister's name, so I took her as my sister. Don't worry, I didn't hurt her over those days. However, the red marks on her neck were from my strangling her."Theodore's brows furrowed, and his voice was tinged with fury. "Why?""I have nightmares when I sleep, and it triggers a trauma response. That night, she called me. I thought she was a bad guy, so I strangled her. I feel awful about it," Justin confessed.Theodore wanted to punch Justin for it, but since Rosalie didn't blame him, finding trouble with him over it would only draw her resentment. With that in mind, Theodore changed the subject. "I asked the doctor, and he said that you're recovering very quickly. You'll be discharged in no time."Justin smiled. "That's good.""Will you keep in contact with Rose after you get discharged?""Is that any of your business? You seem to be very bothered by that. Ar
"Rose isn't someone else. She's her own person. If you truly care, please don't hurt her. She needs to remain in Melrine for at least three more months. Who can guarantee your enemies won't go looking for her?" Theodore pointed out. Justin clutched his chest. He could feel his wound throbbing with pain as sweat beaded on his forehead."Theodore Spencer. If you care so much about her, why did you hurt her back then?""I've paid the price for hurting her by losing her. But if one day Rose gets hurt or loses her life because of you, would you be able to pay the price for that? Even if you die, so what?" Theodore said. Justin's face turned frosty."I'm telling you these because I trust you understand. Rose is very kind and she'll treat anyone who treats her well ten times better. That is why she treats you very well, but don't take that as a reason to hurt her. Even if you don't wish to hurt her, you can't stop others from doing so.""Scram!" Justin yelled. "Otherwise, don't blame
"Hello." Theodore said a few words over the phone. After hearing the other party out, shock and pleasant surprise registered in his eyes. "Really? I got it. I'll head over right away!"Once he hung up, he immediately told Rosalie, "A suitable heart donor has been found, and he's being sent to the hospital right now. Aurora will have a new heart very soon."Theodore was very agitated when he spoke. His happiness was evident. Rosalie gave him a half-smile. "That's good. Congratulations."She wasn't happy or disappointed about it; she was simply indifferent.However, it was indeed a fortunate thing that Aurora was able to receive a healthy heart. It was great news for Theodore."Hurry on," Rosalie said. "I need to go visit Justin too."The mention of his name made Theodore's face stiffen.However, he didn't say anything further. Right now, Aurora's heart transplant was of utmost urgency. He turned to walk into the hospital.-Rosalie arrived at Justin's ward."Justin, I'm
At night, Theodore came back looking disheveled and not in good shape.Rosalie immediately welcomed him home with Steve in her arms. "Theo, where were you?""I've been staying in a hotel these days.""Theo, Steve's your son and that's a fact no one can change.""Dada," Steve said as he stretched his arms toward Theodore, demanding a hug.Rosalie put Steve in Theodore's arms. "Carry him. He misses you and has been asking for you these few days."Theodore's heart melted as he carried Steve in his arms. He felt so fortunate to come home to his child and Rosalie and yearned for nothing more.However, the past continued haunting him, disturbing his peace and becoming a hurdle he could not cross."Did Sebastian give him his name?"Rosalie was stunned for a moment before admitting honestly, "Yes. I didn't know his true colors then. At that time, he was always by my side, helping me out."She added, "If you don't like this name, give the child another name. He doesn't need to be call
"But I'd like to take this chance to thank everyone for not believing her words. You have every right to dislike our food, and you can even tell me that my dishes are too salty, too oily, too spicy, or simply yucky. It's fine if you don't like it and I can accept constructive feedback. "But that woman was so foul-mouthed, slandering and verbally abusing me and my chef while inciting others to do the same. That's not something a normal person does. She's behaving like a mad dog barking indiscriminately.""Well said!"The customers applauded her. They could tell that she was a straightforward person who wouldn't offend others unless others offended her first. If anyone dared to offend her, she wouldn't let it rest.Rosalie didn't expect such excitement while having lunch, and was thoroughly entertained.As it turns out, most of the customers were reasonable, and only a minority were incited by the lady.The customers had originally thought that the boss was the one scolding the cu
Their raised voices were piercing to Rosalie's ears. The customer was nasty with her words, and the boss retaliated."Come, everyone! Come and see how terrible this boss is, bullying her customer!" the customer snarled scornfully, her disheveled hair blowing in the wind.Some people hadn't fully grasped the situation yet and turned around to look on curiously, thinking that the boss was truly guilty of bullying her customer."Before commenting on other people, you should take a good look at yourself and see how terrible you are! You come here every day, insulting and slandering others. Who else should I scold other than you? You're always coming here and calling my food disgusting trash. You even insulted the chef! Since you don't like it, why do you still come day after day? Are you asking for trouble? You're so foul-mouthed, do you really think you're some dainty fairy?" the boss refuted."Just look, everyone! The boss is bullying and scolding her customer again! She doesn't want
Rosalie felt rather distracted after leaving the hospital.For some reason, she felt very disappointed.She knew how to stop herself from feeling disappointed, but she didn't dare to do it. She didn't know how the future would unfold.Rosalie suddenly wanted to get some fresh air alone, so instead of driving, she walked along the roadside. Somehow, she ended up on another street, far away from where she parked her car. The street was very crowded and lively, packed with many restaurants.Feeling rather hungry, Rosalie walked into a buffet restaurant along the street.There was a sign hung up on the door, with the words, 'If this is your first time in this city and you face some difficulties with no money to your name, come in and order set number #0 for free.'This was an ordinary buffet restaurant, with dishes displayed that diners could help themselves to. There was a good variety of dishes which looked ordinary but delicious. The food looked and smelled so good, it whetted R
The topic of impending separation felt rather heavy and neither of them wanted to continue."Let me peel an apple for you." Rosalie picked an apple from the basket and peeled it with a knife.They remained silent, not saying a word for a long time."Rose, how is Theodore?""Some things happened recently and he wanted some time alone. He said he'll be back soon.""What happened?"Rosalie told Justin about it.Justin's brows furrowed. "Turns out that they are siblings. That's unfortunate for Theodore. Not only does he have a madman for a younger brother, but he also has an older brother who wants to kill him.""Yeah. We don't know what to do about it. After he returns, I want to have a good chat with him. Even if I can't help him with much, I can offer some words of consolation.""Do you still live with him now?" Justin asked.Rosalie nodded. "Yeah, I'm staying with him now and taking care of Steve with him. I feel like Steve has been quite happy recently, perhaps because both
"I used to be like that too," Justin said, "but with time, I realized that we live on this earth to enjoy every day, every minute and every second of the entire process. No one grows up in one minute, gets married in the second minute, and dies in the third. The endpoint might be important, but it only comes around from the accumulation of many little, ordinary things in life. Only when there are lows will we appreciate the highs. Only when we're sad will we appreciate happy times. It is only in the ordinary that we can see the extraordinary."I wondered if I should feel a complicated piece by myself, understanding the ups and downs of its story, or if I should listen to others. I eventually chose the former. Many things in life aren't black and white and you'll have to look at the whole picture to understand its complexity instead of just hearing a superficial summary."I subsequently began enjoying watching a movie, a drama series, or a novel without being affected by other people'
Rosalie hadn't seen Theodore for several days and didn't know where he had gone. The two of them had spoken on the phone, but he only told her that he was fine and that he needed a few days to handle some things.Theodore assured her that nothing was wrong and that he would be back soon, telling her not to worry.Rosalie felt that he probably needed some time to calm down, so she gave him space and decided not to bother him, waiting for his return to address things.She was currently staying at his place, taking his earlier suggestion to live together, which would make it easier for them to take care of Steve.As for Sebastian, he had already escaped as Yerick said.Rosalie had asked Christopher about this, but he said he didn't know anything.Christopher told her that in a few days, it would be Chandra's 70th birthday, and he wanted her to join the celebration.Rosalie naturally didn't want to go and directly refused. She still hadn't accepted her own identity.That morning, she went
Upon hearing Sydney finally speak those words, Theodore smiled. "You've been holding it in for so long, and now you've finally said it."Seeing Theodore's calm expression, Sydney immediately realized something."You've known all along. That wasn't easy, was it? You have a son outside, and all these years, you must have missed him terribly, right?""Theo, listen to me. When I gave birth to Sebastian, Geoffrey took him away. I thought the child was dead, but a year ago, Geoffrey told me that Sebastian was my son. I was unaware all these years." Sydney held Theodore's hand tightly.Theodore shook her hand off. "Mom, now that you know, do you feel guilty? Your biological son grew up without you, so you're doing everything to make it up to him, even trying to match him with Rose. Now I finally understand why you acted so out of character. It turns out he's your son."When Theodore said this, he smiled bitterly."You... How did you know?" Sydney asked, shocked."So you admit it now. You int
Theodore's anger burned like a raging fire. His brow furrowed and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead. His hands clenched into fists so hard that his knuckles cracked, as if he wanted to tear everything apart.Theodore felt like a pitiful fool.With a loud crash, he slammed the phone onto the ground, and the screen shattered.But the phone was of excellent quality. Even though it had hit the ground, Yerick's voice continued to echo. Theodore stepped forward and stomped on it a few times."Shut up! Shut up!"Finally, the phone was crushed into two pieces, and Yerick's voice ceased."Theo." Rosalie tried to stop him, but she couldn't quench the fury inside him. The evidence had been destroyed beneath his feet. "Theo, he said all those things to provoke you. Don't fall for it, or he'll have won.""Rose, everyone knew except me, right?"His face flushed red, his lips trembling as if he were about to unleash a torrent of rage. His entire body was taut."Theo, it's all in the past now."