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
Rosalie was stunned, as if a bomb had exploded in her head.The warmth of Sebastian's kiss still lingered on her lips, leaving her at a loss for what to do.He had kissed her so suddenly. However, seeing how satisfied and happy he was as he lay in her embrace, like a child who had just eaten candy, she couldn't bring herself to blame him.It wasn't Sebastian's fault. After all, he truly saw her as his wife, and it was normal for a husband to kiss his wife. If she reacted too strongly, it would surely upset him.Rosalie glanced at the time, and lowered her head. "Seb, you must be hungry. I'll get you something to eat. What would you like?"Sebastian thought for a moment, and replied, "I don't remember what I like to eat, but I love whatever you prepare for me." He smiled like a golden retriever.Rosalie nodded. "Then whatever I bring you later, you must eat it all and not be picky, okay?"She spoke to Sebastian like a gentle mother speaking to her child.Sebastian nodded obedien
"Really? He's awake?" Yerick asked excitedly. "That's great! Now you won't be sad anymore. I'm so happy!"He opened his arms. "Can I have a hug?""Alright, now." Rosalie lifted her hand and patted his head. "A hug? It's broad daylight, and I'm a married woman.""So what? I'm your brother," Yerick grumbled."Well, you're still an adult man."Yerick grinned happily."Why are you grinning like that?""You said I'm a grown man. I'm so happy! It means I'm not a kid anymore," Yerick said."Yes, you're not a child anymore. You're a little genius," Rosalie said, giving him a thumbs-up."Now that I know you're okay, I'm relieved. I'll leave now so I don't disturb you. We should have a meal together next time. We still haven't had that meal we talked about," he said."I'll treat you to a meal once this busy period is over," Rosalie said. "Alright, I'll keep that in mind. Bye!" Yerick waved goodbye.Just as he turned to leave, he suddenly doubled over, clutching his stomach and letti
The two of them sat around the dining table, eating dinner as they chatted.Theodore looked disinterested as he chatted with Aurora. She could sense that as well, so she went silent and didn't bother him much.After dinner, he told her to do whatever she pleased before returning to his room. He never came out and Aurora wondered what he was doing inside.Aurora hovered outside Theodore's room, pacing back and forth many times. She wanted to knock on the door and talk to him, but she stopped herself many times for fear that he might be annoyed with her.Yerick said that he could make her get pregnant with Theodore's child.Although she managed to move to Theodore's place, he wasn't passionate with her at all, unlike in the past. He would never touch her.Aurora put her hand gently on the door as she whispered, "Theo, I'll do anything for you. I really love you."In the deep of the night, Theodore tossed and turned on the bed, unable to fall asleep.He pulled out a drawer and ret
Theodore sighed. "Rest and recuperate well. I'll send someone to find your ex-boyfriend. When I do, I'll use my network to make sure he sits in jail for a few years. I'm sure he's committed multiple crimes.""Thank you. If you really manage to find him, putting him behind bars is enough. But what should I do before you find him? He could come to me anytime. He said he'll never set me free and will kill me. He looked like he had gone mad.""I'll send someone to protect you. Don't worry.""Theo, can I…""What?" Theodore could sense that Aurora had something to say. "Just speak your mind. Don't beat around the bush.""Theo, I'm really scared. Can I stay with you before you find him? Don't worry, if you don't want me disturbing you, I won't. I'm just so scared to be by myself… I have nightmares when I sleep."Afraid that he might misunderstand, Aurora hurriedly added, "Don't worry, once he's found and put behind bars, I'll move out immediately. I'm just so scared right now. Please, I
Theodore lay on the bed, unable to fall asleep. He felt a fire burning in his heart, his mind unable to stop thinking about Rosalie.Whether his eyes were opened or closed, all he could see was her.Frustrated, he flipped to his side to pull out a drawer and retrieve a bottle of pills. He couldn't calm himself down without medication.Just then, his phone rang. Theodore picked it up and saw the name on his phone screen—it was Aurora.He flung his phone aside.It kept ringing, irritating him greatly. Eventually, he answered the call. "What do you want?""Theo, save me! Save me, quick!"Shock registered on Theodore's face. "What happened?""He's chasing after me… Can I go find you? I really have nowhere else to go! I'm so scared!""Who's chasing after you? Where are you right now?""I…I'm now at… It's so dark, I can't tell. I'm hiding in a small alleyway right now. As I came here, I think I walked past a bar called Endless. I took a right turn and ended up in this alleyway. I'm
Aurora collapsed on the ground, overwhelmed by the sudden force. Her head was pounding and she cupped her red, hot cheeks with her hands. "What…what did you do? Why did you slap me?" she asked, stunned. Yerick looked down upon her, his towering figure dark and frightening in the night. "Are you taking me as your hitman, ordering me around as you like?"It was enough that she ordered him to kill another. How dare she ask him to kill Rosalie?! She was digging her grave!"I didn't mean that," Aurora said agitatedly. "I'm just so scared! We're on the same boat, so we should help each other out.""Help each other out?" Yerick crouched down and pinched her chin. "Tell me, then. What have you helped me with so far? Why do you think I arranged for you to be by Theodore's side and allowed you to get to know him? What do you think is my motive?""I…I don't know!" Aurora said with trembling lips. The man before her was way too frightening, his eyes ghostly as he chuckled. "But I'll do wha
Justin brought the baby home and saw Rosalie spacing out before the kitchen counter. She didn't even realize they were home."Mama," Steve called out to her.Rosalie heard him and turned to look at them. "You're back."She took Steve from Justin's hands and held him in her arms."Rose, are you alright? What did Theodore tell you?" Justin asked. "Aurora felt guilty and made Angie her scapegoat. Angie has been nabbed by the police," Rosalie replied.Justin frowned. "Angie surely wouldn't be a sitting duck. She'll expose Aurora.""That's not wrong," Rosalie said. "The problem is, Aurora is too good at putting up a facade. Theodore doesn't trust Angie and he said he'll investigate things and find out if Aurora was involved. At the end of the day, he refuses to believe that Aurora is capable of something like that. He subconsciously thinks that Angie was solely responsible.""That sounds like something he would do," Justin concluded. "Last time, I could tell he's very protective of
Theodore turned around. "Is there something else?"Justin walked over. "Do you want to hold him? He seems eager to hug you."Theodore paused. Then, he gave a helpless smile at the corner of his mouth."No, you take him upstairs." The more he held Steve, the harder it would be to let go. He didn't even know why he felt such strong emotions for Steve. Perhaps it was because Steve was Rosalie's child, and thus, he couldn't help but care for the baby.Seeing this, Justin didn't insist. He was about to leave when suddenly, Steve started crying in his arms. Steve stretched out his hands toward Theodore, trying to reach him.Hearing the cries, Theodore's heart tightened. He turned around and saw Justin trying to soothe the child."Steve, what's wrong? Are you hungry? I'll take you back right away."Steve continued crying, louder and louder, and Theodore felt as if his heart were being squeezed. His feet felt like they were nailed to the ground, and he couldn't move.Justin took a few steps b
"And what about you?" Theodore countered. "Rose, when will you finally see what kind of people are around you? Sebastian's two-faced, pretentious, and full of lies. Justin has blood on his hands, with numerous enemies. He's like a ticking time bomb, and both of them will only bring you disaster."Rosalie sneered. "And how much disaster have you brought me? Do you think the mental torment you've caused me isn't enough?"Theodore gave a bitter smile. "Rose, do you want me to die to make up for the harm I've caused you?""No, I just hope you won't bother me anymore. I have my own life now. Whether it's good or bad, it has nothing to do with you. Once upon a time, Grandma was the last connection between us, but now that she's gone, we have nothing left."She avoided Theodore's gaze. "You should go now."Theodore clenched his fists. "If this is what you want, then I understand. I'll stay away from you in the future and won't bother you again, because, as you said, we have nothing left."Wi
Theodore was about to speak, but then he remembered he had important matters to discuss today and couldn't be sidetracked by Justin."Rose, I have something important to tell you. Let's talk privately.""If you have something to say, just say it," Rosalie replied. She knew he wanted Justin to leave, but she didn't mind if Justin knew what was going on.Theodore gave Justin a cold glance before continuing, "This matter concerns Grandma. I don't want anyone else around. It's something that should only be discussed between the two of us.""He's not an outsider," Rosalie replied without hesitation. "He can know about Grandma's matters too."Seeing the two of them about to argue, Justin immediately said, "I'll take Steve out for a walk and come back later."With that, Justin left.Rosalie quickly said, "Justin, you don't need to…""It's fine," he interrupted her. "I'll take him downstairs for a walk."With that, Justin left with Steve.Rosalie took a step back and said to Theodore, "Come in
Aurora looked incredibly sorrowful, completely unlike someone who was acting. Theodore, for a moment, didn't know whether he should believe her or not.When Rosalie had first told him, he had only defended Aurora, completely ignoring Angie.Now, with Aurora telling him that it was Angie who killed Rebecca, Theodore couldn't be 100% certain that Aurora was not involved in this matter.It felt like a layer of mist had been added, blurring his vision and preventing him from seeing clearly.After a long while, Theodore released Aurora."Get better first," he said, turning to leave.Suddenly, he heard some movement behind him. Turning around, he saw Aurora stumbling toward the window in the ward. She forcefully pulled open the window and jumped straight down.Theodore's brows tightened, and with rocket-like speed, he rushed forward. He grabbed her from behind and pulled her back from the window ledge. "What are you doing?!""Theo, let me die! I don't want to live anymore. Just pretend I kil