Sydney sneered, "After seeing that woman's true colors, you suddenly discover you love me? Why didn't you love me all those years before?""Sydney, I'm slow and an idiot. I've realized my mistakes, and I'll do my best to make it up to you. You’re my only wife," Wesley said humbly and sincerely."I'm still your wife," Sydney said, "and we've been together all these years. What more do you want?""I..." Wesley didn't know what to say. He feared that if he said too much, Sydney would find him annoying. Although they were still married and often spent the night together, this relationship felt more like two people merely fulfilling each other's needs. When they needed each other, they spent the night together; when they didn't, they ignored each other and pretended to be strangers.What kind of marriage was this?Wesley didn't want to discuss it further, afraid Sydney wouldn't even give him a little bit of attention."By the way, Sydney, someone just called you. He said it was ab
The surgery lasted a full six hours. Finally, the doctor came out of the operating theater.Everyone rushed forward to ask about Sebastian. "Doctor, how is he?" The doctor, looking exhausted, took off his mask."Earlier, Mr. Carter was in a coma, and his condition was critical. We couldn't restore blood flow to his brain. Operating on him would have been too risky, and the current medications aren't effective at all. But this morning, we noticed some activity in his brain. After examining him, we found that blood supply had been unexpectedly restored in his brain. However, this also caused a brain hemorrhage, so we had to remove the hematoma, which is much less risky."Rosalie pondered the doctor's words for a moment before asking, "Now that the blood supply is restored to his brain, does it mean there's hope for him?"The doctor nodded. "This is a good sign, and it's also quite miraculous. We performed a successful brain hematoma removal surgery on him. Now he needs to be taken
Geoffrey walked over. "Rose, do you want to go home with me? We can't go in to see Sebastian right now. We can only wait for news."He could see that Rosalie's concern for Sebastian was genuine.Rosalie turned around, and said, "You all go back and rest. I'll stay at the hospital. Someone needs to be here.""Then I'll stay here. You all go back," Geoffrey said."But I want to stay here with Sebastian. Even if I can't go in, at least I can watch over him," Rosalie insisted.Seeing Rosalie's determination, Geoffrey nodded. "Alright. Then, I'll stay too."Geoffrey would be restless if he went back, anyway."Let her stay here with Sebastian. You can book a hotel near the hospital. If anything happens, you can get here quickly. Staying at the hospital doesn't make much sense right now, since we can't go into the ward," Christopher said."Yeah, Mom and Dad," Yvonne said. "You've traveled a long distance. You must be tired. Go and rest first."Geoffrey looked exhausted as he nodded.
Christopher nodded. "No problem. You must also keep what I've told you a secret. We're in this together now."Yvonne murmured an agreement, then finally said, "Actually, Rose and my brother's marriage is fake."She then recounted everything to Christopher.After hearing her story, Christopher fell silent. "I didn't expect that. If they divorce, it shouldn't be a big issue.""It won't be a big deal for Rose, but it will be for Seb. His feelings for her are real. If he finds out she’s his cousin, he won't be able to handle it. Given his current condition, even if he wakes up, he'll need a long recovery period and can't handle such a shock. Who knows what the consequences will be if we tell him!""Yes, this is a difficult situation. Let's keep this between us and play it by ear," Christopher said heavily."Okay." Yvonne nodded. "That's all we can do for now."She still couldn't believe that Rosalie was her cousin. Reality was indeed more dramatic than any TV show!-Rosalie stayed
Theodore frowned. "What could I do to her? Eat her?""You..." Yvonne was about to retort, but Rosalie tugged at her arm. "Vonnie, ignore him. Let's go."Rosalie pulled Yvonne away, trying to leave."I have something to tell you. Can we talk alone?" Theodore said."We have nothing to talk about," Rosalie sneered."Just two minutes, right here. We don't have to go anywhere."Theodore stood in front of Rosalie like a mountain, making it clear he wouldn't let her leave without saying his piece.After thinking for a moment, Rosalie turned to Yvonne. "Vonnie, you go rest for a bit. I'll look for you once I'm done.""Rose, do you really want to talk to him?" Yvonne asked, worried."It's fine." Rosalie gave Theodore a cold look. "I'll be right here. I won't go anywhere.""Okay, but just for a couple of minutes! I'll be waiting for you." Yvonne shot Theodore a warning glare before leaving."Didn't you say you were transferring Cynthia to another hospital? Why are you still here?" Ros
Everything was too much of a coincidence, to the extent that she was suspicious. Who else would go to this length to help her besides Theodore?Before, she might have suspected he was the one behind the attack on Sebastian, but that was just her being impetuous. When she calmed down, she thought Theodore wouldn't do such a thing. He might fight with Sebastian, but he wouldn't do something so vicious behind his back.However, both Sebastian and the injured man today had hearts that matched Cynthia's.She couldn't imagine Theodore being such a person, capable of doing something so cruel just to find a suitable heart for Cynthia. However, all of this was just her speculation. She had no evidence.Theodore looked uneasy. "Why are you looking at me like that? I know you don't care if Cindy lives or dies. I told you this not because I want to gloat, but because..."Theodore paused, wanting to say something, but then stopping."Because what?" Rosalie asked coldly. She wanted to hear wha
This was the first time 48 hours seemed like a century to Rosalie, and she spent it in agony because she didn't know what the outcome would be. The only thing she could do was wait.Every second was agonizing. What frightened her more than the torment of waiting was receiving a terrible result in the end.If the outcome was destined to be tragic, Rosalie would rather endure the torment of waiting forever than hear an answer that would lead to her despair.Cynthia's surgery was also over; her heart transplant was very successful. She didn't know the donor, but was very aware of how that person died. No one knew how this came to be, except maybe the gods, her, and Yerick.Rosalie didn't know that from time to time, Theodore would secretly and silently watch her as she worried and grieved for Sebastian. He could only hide in the shadows, not daring to appear before her, and endure heart-wrenching pain.He had lost Rosalie by his own doing, and now, he could only hide behind the scene
Rosalie tried to tell herself not to get too emotional. Sebastian had just woken up, and if she became too emotional, it would affect him. But no matter how hard she tried to control herself, tears kept streaming down her face.She was simply so happy—a miracle had happened! Fortunately, she had persisted with her choice and held on to that slim hope."Rose, I'm just glad you're okay. I had such a long dream. I dreamt someone was trying to hurt you. I desperately wanted to warn you, but I couldn't wake up. I was hanging on the edge of hell, and someone was trying to drag me down, but...but I didn't want to go. I fought desperately to climb up because I heard you calling my name," Sebastian said. Even though Sebastian had woken up, he was still full of panic when he said all these.Seeing him like this, Rosalie felt heartbroken. She couldn't imagine how much he had suffered while he was in a coma. Perhaps, as Yvonne had said, comatose people could hear what was happening around the
Aurora collapsed onto the bed and gripped the sheets tightly, tears streaming down her face. "What do you want from me? What do you want?""Welcome to my game, Aurora. What I want is random, based on my mood. Before this, all of you were players in my game. The rules are set by me."Aurora lifted her head, finally realizing that she had walked straight into a trap. Yet now, she had no choice. If she told Theodore, it would prove that she had been lying to him. She had saved Theodore not by accident, but by deliberate design.Aurora wiped the tears from her face. "Are you going to hurt Theodore?""That depends on how cooperative you are. When the game's over, if you listen well, maybe I'll let you both grow old together. After all, I was the one who made you two go from strangers to being acquainted, to being in bed together. My abilities are greater than you think."Yerick's eyes gleamed with confident amusement. Aurora knew she was no match for him, so she could only resign herself a
"Aurora, you still haven't seen the thing that will break your heart even more. If you saw it, you wouldn't be saying this," Yerick countered."I still don't know your name," Aurora said. "You've been telling me you're Theo's friend, but he never mentioned he had such a friend.""He certainly wouldn't mention me, because things between him and I are very strained."Aurora was rendered speechless. He had told her that they had severed ties."By the way, Aurora, did he go back?" Yerick asked.Aurora nodded. "Yes. He originally wanted to stay and take care of me, but I was worried he'd get tired, so I told him to go back and rest. He'll come to see me again tomorrow.""Did he really go back?""I'm absolutely sure," Aurora said. "I told him to go back. Otherwise, where else could he go?""Have you thought about the possibility that he went to find Rosalie?""Rosalie! Are you saying he's with Rosalie now? No, that's impossible! Theodore wouldn't do that," Aurora protested."Why not? Didn't
"Next time, I'll make sure to not leave evidence behind." Sebastian gently caressed Steve's face."Steve, Daddy will win in the end. Just wait and see. When you grow up, you'll be like Daddy, always winning. We'll never lose." Sebastian laughed, his eyes bloodshot.Steve seemed startled, fear beginning to show on his face. He seemed like he was about to cry.-In the middle of the night…A peaceful atmosphere filled the ward, with the soft light of the night lamp casting a warm glow on Aurora's pale face. She lay alone in bed, her body seemingly blending into the silent night.Through the window, the night scenery appeared calm. Moonlight shone on the curtains, casting shadows in her room. Stars adorned the sky like diamonds, flickering as if silently telling tales of endless loneliness and thoughts.The door creaked open, and a man in black quietly entered the room. He was slender, and walked lightly. He blended into the shadows of the darkness. His gaze was sharp, like a star in th
Theodore gripped the magazine tightly in his hands, flipping through the pages. In truth, he didn't absorb a single word.Rosalie felt like she was suffocating. She couldn't continue speaking to Sebastian. "Seb, I'll hang up now. I'm going to rest."She was afraid that if she kept talking, she would lose control."Alright," Sebastian said, gently waving Steve's hand. "Steve, say goodbye to Mommy.""Goodbye, darling." Rosalie waved at the camera.Thinking about Steve made her heart ache deeply. This whole situation was just absurd. Steve's biological father was right next to her, but he could only remain invisible.After a while, Rosalie ended the video call with Sebastian. She set her phone aside and covered her mouth, crying.She was deeply upset. So many things had happened recently.On one hand, Theodore suddenly appeared in Melrine with his pregnant girlfriend. On the other hand, there was Justin. And then, Sebastian had done something terrible and lied to her. Now, he had returned
Rosalie asked this on purpose as she wanted to hear Sebastian's response. Had he truly returned to the country out of guilt, or was everything just a coincidence and the company issues had truly forced him back?"Actually, Rose," Sebastian said, "after I came back, I realized the situation is worse than I thought, so I won't be going to Melrine anytime soon. I just can't find the time.""I see." Rosalie lowered her gaze, a little disappointed.It just so happened that he returned to the country now, but it seemed that he also didn't dare to come back to Melrine. Was he really avoiding the authorities?But who had tipped Sebastian off? Could Sebastian have planted someone around Theodore? Who could it be?Rosalie forced a smile. "Alright then, I hope you sort out the company's matters at home. Don't worry about things here in Melrine. I'll come back as soon as I finish my studies.""Okay. Rose, why don't you talk to Steve for a bit?"Rosalie looked at the child on the screen, her eyes f
The sky gradually darkened.By now, Rosalie's IV drip bag was empty.She wanted to go to the bathroom. She had just gotten out of bed when Theodore stepped forward to support her.Rosalie immediately pulled away from his arm, her tone cold. "I can manage."With that, she carefully made her way to the bathroom, closed the door, and locked it.Theodore felt helpless.Later, she came out of the bathroom. She had finished washing up and returned to bed to lie down. "I'm going to sleep now. You can go back."Theodore didn't say anything but sat down on the couch."Go ahead and sleep." He picked up a magazine, and began flipping through it.Seeing his demeanor, Rosalie knew she couldn't change his mind. She turned to the other side, facing away from him.Theodore put down the magazine and secretly watched her. He cautiously walked over and adjusted the blanket on her, then returned to sit on the couch.Late at night, Rosalie's phone rang. It was a video call from Sebastian.Rosalie glanced d
"So, Dad, I can stay in Blencalgo without worry for now, right?"As they say, experience came with age. His father's connections and resources were certainly more extensive than his own.Sebastian had committed the offense in Melrine, but now he was back in Blencalgo. There was no extradition agreement between Melrine and Blencalgo, and Blencalgo had no law enforcement rights over him. Coupled with his background, he could escape any danger."I can help you this time, but next time, you'd better be more careful. If you're going to do bad things, don't let anyone have anything on you."Sebastian lowered his head. "I understand. I'll be more careful next time."Geoffrey's gaze lingered on him for a long moment before asking, "I heard you brought the child back."Sebastian nodded. "Yes. Rose is staying there to finish her studies, so I thought I'd bring him back to take care of him. After all, I've been looking after him all this time.""You really are something, raising another man's chi
"What question?" Sebastian asked. "Are you pregnant? Which man did you fool around with?""Seb, why are you acting like this?" Yvonne retorted. "I didn't mean that! I was going to ask you something.""Ask me? What is it?"Yvonne thought for a moment, then said, "Have you and Rose...consummated your marriage?"Sebastian furrowed his brow. "What on earth are you talking about?"Yvonne's heart skipped a beat. She had been indirect enough. "Well, Seb… You two are married now, and Rose has a child. Have you…?"Sebastian gave her head a tap, though not gently."Ouch! Why did you hit me, Seb?" Yvonne rubbed her head."Don't mention this again."Seeing the gloomy expression on Sebastian's face, Yvonne seemed to realize something. Could it be that he and Rosalie hadn't slept together yet? If that was the case, then it was great."Vonnie, hold the baby for a moment." Sebastian handed Steve to Yvonne.Yvonne took Steve into her arms. "You're so cute."The baby in her arms was soft and cuddly, lik
"I-I didn't mean it like that. I-I just blurted it out. Why are you being so harsh?" she said, stuttering.Could the treatment he went through damaged his brain and caused a change in his personality?Why did it feel like Sebastian's gaze had become so dark? It was completely different from the warm look he used to have. Was it just her imagination?Sebastian pursed his lips. "Vonnie, stop saying things that upset me. You know very well that I treat him as my own. Next time, don't speak without thinking. It could be bad if someone else hears it. After all, Theodore doesn't know about this yet. Do you understand?"Yvonne nodded. "I understand, Seb, but why is Rose staying in Melrine? Did she not want to take care of him? Or is she coming back soon?""She's busy with her studies over there. I wanted to take care of him, and he's more attached to me, so I brought him back to look after him. Once she's done with her studies, she'll come back.""So, from the way you're speaking, you're not