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
"When Sebastian first woke up, he kept calling your name, but he didn't recognize us. The doctor said that his brain injury, coupled with the surgery, most probably resulted in memory loss," Geoffrey said.Rosalie was shocked. "Does that mean he has amnesia now?"Geoffrey continued, "It appears he doesn't remember us, but he still remembers you. The doctor said this situation is rare. The brain has an emergency backup file filled with information that is most important to that person."Sebastian seems to have stored you in his most important file, so when his original memory was compromised, the backup took over. Sebastian didn't forget you because you’re the most important thing to him. He woke up calling your name."Rosalie turned to look at Sebastian in the ward, his anxious and distressed expression tugging at her heart. She couldn't believe that Sebastian had ended up like this."Did the doctor say if he can regain his memory?" Rosalie asked."The doctor couldn't be certain.
Geoffrey sighed and nodded. "Alright, we'll go out for now."Everyone left the ward, closing the door behind them. Only Rosalie and Sebastian were left."Sebastian, they've all left. Do you feel better now?"Rosalie could sense Sebastian's unease. They were his family members, but he couldn't remember them. It was truly pitiable.Sebastian nodded. "I feel better. I'm sorry, Rose. I can't remember them. Seeing them gives me pressure. Was I not on good terms with them before?""Not really. Although your father is strict with you, you have a good relationship with your sister. Do you feel uncomfortable seeing her too?" Rosalie said."I don't know. Whenever I think of them, I get a headache. It seems like my brain is trying very hard to remember, but it's not working," Sebastian replied.Seeing Sebastian's discomfort, Rosalie quickly said, "If it makes you uncomfortable, don't force it. Just focus on resting and recovering. Do you know that it's already a miracle that you woke up? I
Sebastian asked eagerly, "Did I propose to you? Can you tell me if it was a romantic scene?"After some thought, Rosalie said, "Yes, it was very romantic." It seemed like Sebastian had truly forgotten."That's good. Rose, the fact that you chose to marry me means you love me very much, right?"He gently stroked the back of her hand with his thumb. Every action of his was filled with affection.Rosalie suddenly felt nervous. The situation was spiraling out of control. Sebastian had lost a part of his memory, leading him to believe that their marriage was based on love."What's wrong?" Seeing Rosalie in a daze, Sebastian grew anxious. "Did I say something wrong? Don't you love me?"He grew increasingly panicked. "Rose, tell me the truth. What is going on?""Ugh!" Sebastian suddenly groaned, clutching his head and turning to the side in pain."Seb, what's wrong? How are you feeling? Do you have a headache?" Rosalie asked urgently.The heart rate monitor suddenly started to beep
"I've already asked the authorities to expedite the investigation, but we still don't have any leads. A lot of the surveillance footage wasn't retrievable. We don't even know where your brother went," Christopher said.Yvonne was stunned. "So the surveillance footage was deliberately destroyed? Who could have such capability?"Christopher nodded. "Yes, this person must be quite powerful to destroy all evidence.""Could it be Rose’s ex-husband?" Yvonne asked. "He’s been bothering Rosalie for some time now, and had multiple fights with Seb. Was he the one who deliberately harmed Seb? If he wanted to do this, he certainly could! Someone like him could definitely mobilize some forces to help him."Christopher frowned, and mused for a moment before saying, "He has a mistress who’s seriously ill and needs a heart transplant. Coincidentally, Sebastian's heart was a match, but the surgery didn't succeed. Soon after, another suitable heart became available.""Yeah, that's right!" Yvonne ag
Seeing Sebastian get increasingly agitated, Rosalie remembered the doctor's advice and said, "Seb, please don't act like this. I'm begging you.""No, Rose. I can't allow you to be harmed. I need to remember what happened."But each time he tried to recall, his headache would become unbearable."Seb." Rosalie embraced him, holding him close and caressing his face. "It's okay. Don't think about it. The most important thing right now is for you to focus on your recovery. You can think about it later when you're better."Look, there are so many bodyguards outside protecting us. I'm not in any danger. You've just woken up. If something happens to you now, what would I do? For my sake, please stop thinking about it, okay?"The warmth of her body calmed the agitated Sebastian significantly. In her embrace, he was as docile as a kitten, and he slowly closed his eyes.A wave of fatigue overcame him; he wrapped his arms around Rosalie's waist, holding her affectionately.Rosalie furrowe
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