Soon, in the doctor's office…"Mrs. Carter, I understand how you feel, but as a doctor, I must explain the situation to you. Mr. Carter suffered severe head trauma and has fallen into a deep coma. He has lost his pupillary light reflex, corneal reflex, swallowing reflex, cough reflex, and tendon reflex."He has no spontaneous breathing, and can only be sustained by medication and medical equipment. Although his heart is still beating, his brain is unresponsive. If the medical equipment is turned off, his heart will stop beating immediately."As Sebastian's wife, Rosalie had the right to make medical decisions on his behalf in emergencies when he couldn't decide for himself. If she signed the consent form, the organ transplant surgery could be performed immediately.However, it would also mean she was giving up on Sebastian.Rosalie's eyes were red and swollen from crying. "Is there any other way? Doesn't he have any chance of waking up? With how advanced technology is nowadays, th
Rosalie had just left the office, when a figure rushed toward her."Rose!" Yvonne had rushed here as fast as she could after receiving Rosalie's call. She arrived to see Rosalie with tears on her face."Vonnie…" Rosalie hugged her tightly.Rosalie then told Yvonne what had happened. They immediately went to Sebastian's room."Seb, can you hear me? Please wake up!" Yvonne wept. "It's all my fault! I didn't look for you hard enough!"She had previously thought Sebastian, being a grown man, wouldn't get into trouble and that Rosalie was over worrying. She never imagined something like this would happen to him. If she had seriously looked for her brother and kept asking, maybe she could have found him and prevented this accident.Rosalie gently patted Yvonne's back. "It's not your fault. Were you able to reach your parents?"After recognizing Sebastian at the hospital, Rosalie immediately called Yvonne and his parents, but only reached Yvonne. Sebastian's parents were unreachable.
Theodore had no choice but to speak to the family himself. To his surprise, the wife of the patient was Rosalie—which meant the injured man was Sebastian!The room fell into a deadly silence.Rosalie stared at Theodore in shock. She suddenly realized that one of the patients in need of an organ was none other than Cynthia.So, she wasn't just ex-spouses with Theodore—they were now opponents!"Rose." Theodore stepped forward, and glanced at the man on the bed. "I didn't expect it would be Sebastian. What happened?"Rosalie wiped her tears away, and shook her head. "I don't know. They said he was attacked.""I see." Theodore looked at Sebastian on the bed, feeling a bit shocked. However, he wasn’t really affected, and he didn’t feel as sorrowful as Rosalie. Sebastian was his rival, after all. Despite not feeling joy over Sebastian's condition, deep down, he was somewhat relieved that Sebastian was dying. This way, there would be no one to compete with him for Rosalie.Humans w
"I’m not forcing you. I'm just trying to reason with you and discuss this amicably," Theodore said."There's nothing to discuss. You want me to use Sebastian's heart to save Cynthia, right? Impossible!"Hearing Rosalie's resolute tone, Theodore had mixed feelings. "Why is it impossible? Are you protecting Sebastian? Or are you angry with me? Is that why you want Cindy to die?"If it was the latter, Theodore, would feel some joy deep down despite his anger. It would mean Rosalie still cared about him, and that she was just jealous and upset—just like he was jealous of Sebastian. If Sebastian died, he wouldn't lose anything."Hey, what are you talking about?" Yvonne snapped. "Don't think I’ll let you use Seb’s heart to save your mistress! I won't agree to it!""It's not up to you!" Theodore snarled to Yvonne. Then, he grabbed Rosalie's shoulders. "It's all up to you, Rose. You're his wife and the primary decision-maker. I promise you, if you sign the consent form, I'll never see Cin
"The chance you're talking about requires Sebastian's life. She doesn't deserve this chance!" Rosalie yelled. Between saving Sebastian and Cynthia, there was no doubt who Rosalie would choose. No matter how slim the hope, she would never give up on Sebastian. Whether Cynthia lived or died had nothing to do with her; she wasn't that noble. Everyone would prioritize protecting the people they cared about in crucial times. Only doctors, when facing two injured strangers, would prioritize the one easiest to save and abandon the one with the slimmest hope. Theodore clenched his fists. "Do you hate Cindy that much? It’s my fault that everything happened. If you want to hate, then hate me." "My decision won't change whether I hate you or not." She would make the same choice, even if the patient in need of an organ wasn't Cynthia. Theodore didn’t believe Rosalie would be this cold. "You've changed! You used to be so kind. You should know it's not just Cindy waiting for a transplant
Why did Sebastian have an accident right when Cynthia needed a heart transplant? And it just so happened that Sebastian's heart was a match for her. Could it be that all of this was Theodore's plan?Most people would have undergone medical checkups, and their data was stored in the system. Did Theodore use his connections to conduct a thorough search for a matching donor to save Cynthia, eventually discovering that Sebastian was suitable?But since Sebastian was still alive, he couldn't become a donor. In order to save Cynthia, did Theodore resort to something as terrifying as this?Theodore might be a scumbag, but he wasn't completely evil. Rosalie didn't want to believe he could be so wicked—but now, the facts made her consider this possibility.All of this was too much of a coincidence. One coincidence might be believable, but multiple coincidences together could be a carefully planned scheme.Even a good person might do something cruel when their interests were at stake. Every
This upset Theodore deeply. "Who's really getting handsy here? I didn't know you had so many male friends and were so close to them, Rose. You're such a good actress! You made me feel guilty, but in reality, you were messing around! How many men do you have?"In his anger, Theodore spoke without restraint. His heart was burning with fury.Yerick mustered the courage to stand in front of Rosalie. "Hey, that's too much! How can you say that about Rose? You're the jerk who hurt her and made her cry. How can you be so awful?"Theodore suddenly laughed. "Rose, how many men have you found to comfort you? It seems like you've been telling our business to every man you meet!"Seeing the mockery in Theodore's eyes, Rosalie's heart was torn in two. So, Theodore thought she was promiscuous and a hypocrite.Rosalie didn’t know how to react anymore; she just found him utterly ridiculous.He couldn't see what kind of person Cynthia was, no matter how much the latter was exposed. And yet, whe
Theodore felt as if he had been struck by lightning. “You think he ended up like this because of me?”“They’re investigating, aren't they? We won't know who did it until we find out. Some people are beasts disguised as humans.” Rosalie emphasized the last four words.Theodore was dumbstruck.The police officers turned to look at Theodore. They noticed he had bruises on his face and hands, indicative of a recent fight.Rosalie's hands were trembling. She didn't want to think Theodore had done this, but she felt like she didn’t know him anymore. Moreover, if he continued staying here, he would only pressure her to sign the consent form. It was best for him to leave.“He’s my ex-husband, and often gets into fights with my husband. They’ve fought more than once. Yesterday, he suddenly came to reconcile with me. I refused, and he got very agitated. That’s when my husband arrived to protect me, and they had a fight,” she went on.“Rose, do you really have to smear my name like this?” T
Theodore wrapped all of them up in his long arms.Under the golden sunshine, the family of four was wrapped up in each other's embraces. Sunlight shone on them, encasing them in a warm, golden glow. Everything felt calm and peaceful. The children snuggled in their parents' arms, innocent smiles lighting up their faces. They could feel the warmth of the sunshine as they found the safest and warmest haven in the entire world in their arms.In the evening sun and gentle breeze, they finally found happiness in each other's embrace.-In the deep of the night, Rosalie had a dream.Both Justin and Grandma came to her in her dream.Grandma and Justin were playing cards, surrounded by beautiful birds and flowers. They seemed to be in heaven, having the time of their lives with a look of tender love in their eyes.Grandma was very happy that she had reconciled with Theodore.Justin told Rosalie, "Rose, I'm so happy to see you happy.""Justin, do you hate me?""Silly girl, why would
Theodore made Rosalie feel like love was possible once more, and gradually opened her up.Love was ever-changing with time and the experiences they went through.Rosalie missed Justin dearly, but she also learned to treasure the people around her and every present moment of happiness. She learned how to accept the past and treasure the present amidst all her relationships.Justin would be her one and only in her heart, but Theodore also found his place in her heart amidst the unique position Justin was in.This was how their affections and love for each other grew and changed with time.Justin was dead, and Rosalie couldn't keep living in the past. She would carefully preserve her love for Justin in a corner of her heart.She would spend the rest of her life loving Theodore and their children."Chelsea," Rosalie said as she pulled Chelsea over. "Your daddy loves you very much, but he didn't get to see you come into this world. But you must remember his name. He is Justin Lynch."
Theodore and Rosalie brought both children to Justin's tomb.Before they left, Rosalie said that she and Chelsea wanted to spend some time alone with Justin.Theodore brought Jake to the car to wait for them.Golden sunlight shone on the land, feeling warm and toasty and giving the earth a beautiful glow.Rosalie caressed the tombstone. "Justin, I'm sorry for not coming to visit for such a long time."The last time she came back was a few months ago, during which she snuck a peak at his tombstone.Rosalie pulled out a bone fragment. "That's because you're always by my side, which is why I think that I can bring you everywhere I go. You're not just here at this tombstone."Justin, Theo and I have reconciled. He did so much for me, even sacrificing his own life for me. I can't just stand idly by and do nothing about it. I can't bring myself to reject him ruthlessly again and again."You can say that I'm moved, or that I fell in love with him once more. He's just too good, and I c
Jake had so much fun today and was exhausted by the time he reached home. After his shower, he crawled into bed and fell right asleep without any coaxing whatsoever. Jake would sometimes sleep in the bedroom with Chelsea, and sometimes they slept separately.At night, when Rosalie went to Chelsea's room to tuck her in and tell her a bedtime story, she asked, "Chelsea, how was your day with Theodore?""Hmm, it was alright," Chelsea said. "But Mr. Spencer was so silly, he burnt the food. I only got to eat lunch very late.""Is that so?" Rosalie burst out laughing. "How silly of him indeed.""But Mr. Spencer is quite nice," Chelsea said. "I like him. He said that I can call him Daddy."Rosalie's eyes lit up. "Do you want to call him that?""I do," Chelsea said with a nod, "but I'll do that tomorrow."Chelsea yawned. She felt tired, too.Rosalie caressed her cheek. "Goodnight, my darling. Go to sleep."-Rosalie returned to her room, took a shower, and laid on the bed. Theodo
Their parent-child bonding efforts officially began the next day.Rosalie brought Jake to the theme park. In the beginning, Jake felt rather stiff and reserved. It was his first time alone with his mom, after all.As time went by, Rosalie's earnestness, concern, and gentle patience with him slowly opened him up.They sat on the carousel, drove the bumper cars, rode on the Viking ship, zoomed down slides, bounced on the trampolines, and sailed on mini-boats. They had a whale of a time.Jake was covered with sweat, but he was so happy, he didn't want the day to end.He had grown closer to his mom, so much so that he would jump into her arms, hugging her and asking for kisses.Rosalie did not hold back from expressing her love for him and even carried him on her back as they continued exploring the park.Jake was very obedient and came down very soon, for fear that Rosalie might get tired. They moved on to the next attraction hand-in-hand.Rosalie found out one thing from Jake, wh
Some time later, Rosalie realized that Jake was being rather sullen.Each time she asked him whether something was wrong, he would brush her away, claiming that he was fine before running off.It was a Saturday, and Rosalie didn't need to go to work. She was seated on the couch with a book when Chelsea ran over, her braids swaying behind her. "Mommy, can you give me a hug?"How could Rosalie say no to her adorable little daughter? She shut the book and said, "But of course. Come on over."Rosalie opened her arms, very willing to show Chelsea affection.Chelsea crawled up onto the couch happily, sitting on Rosalie's lap and diving into her embrace.Jake happened to see it all.Rosalie noticed Jake standing a short distance away and was about to say something to him when he ran off.The smile on Rosalie's face faded as a look of worry took over.At night, Rosalie put Chelsea under Theodore's care and went to Jake, wanting to speak to him alone."Jake, what's with you recently
A gentle breeze lifted the curtains slightly in the deep of the night.Rosalie laid in Theodore's embrace, panting slightly. Her cheek leaned against his chest, feeling his heart pounding heavily, and her cheeks flushed.She never expected this day to come between her and Theodore, yet everything happened in a flash. He went to bed with her just like that, bewitched and completely infatuated with her.Although they were once husband and wife and had been intimate countless times, this felt different from the last. Things felt more intense this time around."Rose, are you happy?"Although Theodore's liver had been doing well over the last three months of recuperation, he was still worried that his fitness level might be affected before his liver was fully recovered.Rosalie gave him a slight smile. "Of course, I am. You almost crushed me."Her face flushed the moment she spoke those words. She hugged Theodore tight, feeling safe and secure.She could sense that he was telling th
"Theo, have you had a woman over the past five years?" Rosalie asked very frankly.They weren't naive young men and women but mature adults with experience in this matter.Theodore was a red-blooded young man who had his needs. Suppressing his desires, which were absolutely normal, would only jeopardize his health.Theodore was getting angry. "Am I someone like that to you, going to bed with a woman I don't love just to satisfy my physical needs?""Aren't men all like that?" Rosalie said. She didn't mean it in a scornful way but simply highlighted it as a typical observation.Lonely men and women in the city were bound to seek companionship in some places and part ways after the night.Someone as powerful and influential as Theodore wouldn't even need to go searching for someone else. Women flocked toward him like bees to honey."Why can't I be an exception?" He was in no state whatsoever to find another woman over the past five years and would always deal with his sexual desire
Time flew by, and three months later, Rosalie was fully recovered and back at work.Her colleagues welcomed her back with a bash.Everything seemed to have returned to normal.To keep Jake company, Rosalie would go back to Theodore's house every day after work. She was practically living there.Rosalie and Jake's relationship had improved over time, and they were looking more and more like they were truly mother and son.Everything was going well.At night, the four of them sat around the dining table and chatted happily with each other.After dinner, Rosalie and Theodore sat in the living room chatting. She suddenly noticed a book on the table. It looked so familiar that it caught her eye.It was the book she had written. Over the past five years, not only was she busy learning and working, but she also managed to write the book she had conceptualized and even gotten it published. However, this book was only available in Briusian and not exported to Blencalgo.Rosalie's book