“For how long are you going to hide it?” Christopher said. “Your stomach is already showing, and you eventually won't be able to keep it under wraps.”“I’ll take it a day at a time. I’m waiting for Sebastian to make a full recovery before telling him about it. He knew about everything, but it’s a pity that he lost his memories. I wonder if he’ll be able to regain them,” Rosalie said. “Were you planning to keep the baby right from the start?”She nodded. “It’s my baby too, and I’ll deliver it no matter what. I know you might not feel comfortable knowing that I married your beloved nephew while pregnant with my ex-husband’s baby, but Seb knew about it before we got married. Though, he’s now…”“Rose,” Christopher cut her off mid-sentence. “Don’t worry, I’m not blaming you for anything. I’m just worried you won’t be able to take all the pressure by yourself without anyone helping you. Your ex-husband has already caused you so much trouble, and now, Seb has become a burden you have to
It did feel bad keeping everything to herself.“I’ll try my best to help Seb regain his memory. If he really can’t, at the very least his body will be fully recovered. As my stomach grows, I have to eventually tell him the truth. I can’t lie to him that the baby is his, that’s too unfair to him. But I’m worried that if we got divorced, his father would try to control his marriage again,” Rosalie said,“It’s not that I don’t want him to get remarried, I just don’t want his father to dictate his marriage. I don’t want to see Seb miserable. He thinks the same, too. If he can be with a woman he wants to marry, I’d naturally give him my blessings.”“Seb grew up in a strict household. I know his father, and how that man prioritizes financial interests. Nothing else matters. He wouldn’t even show mercy to his own son. Seb was often beaten up by him when he was young, and his father would destroy anything he liked,” Christopher explained. Rosalie’s heart leaped at Christopher’s descriptio
Christopher didn't seem too happy, so Rosalie explained, “I didn’t mean that. I just wanted to reassure you.”“I’m very reassured by you. The request I made wasn’t targeting you. I just think that since your marriage with Seb isn’t real, it’s not good to drag things out for too long. It’s better for you both if you end it early. It’s not that I think you’re not worthy of my nephew. I can tell that you want a divorce soon, too.”Upon understanding Christopher’s intent, Rosalie nodded. “Yes, you’re right. I misunderstood you. I’m sorry about that.”Whether Christopher was looking down on her or if it really was as he explained, it didn’t matter to Rosalie. She trusted his explanation. He didn’t look like he was lying.“It’s alright. It’s understandable that you’d think that way. I didn’t make things clear enough, and caused you to misunderstand,” he said. Rosalie didn’t expect Sebastian to have such a kind and understanding uncle. Perhaps because of his status, he had seen a lot an
Rosalie patted the back of his hand. “It’s fine, it’s not your fault. You just woke up from a coma, and you don’t remember anything. It’s normal to be afraid. I understand how you feel completely.”Sebastian nodded. “Yes, I was very afraid first. I desperately wanted you to be by my side all the time. But now, I feel better. Although I still want you by my side, I want you to be happy even more.”“As long as you slowly recover, I’ll be happy.” A thought suddenly came to Rosalie’s mind. “Oh yes. Your uncle dropped by today. Do you feel like you remembered anything when you talked to him?”Sebastian thought for a moment. “Bits and pieces of my past, but they’re all fragments that I can’t piece together. I’m sorry.”“Why apologize to me? It’s not your fault, and it’s fine. Even if they’re in fragments, it’s good enough. There’s no need to panic or overdo things. Let nature take its course, and things might turn out better.”Sebastian nodded. “Honey, you’re the best. Can I hug you?”
“Rose, I’m serious,” Sebastian said to her retreating figure.Rosalie turned around. “If I went back and rested, I wouldn’t come back. Is that still fine?”“Why?” Sebastian asked in a panicked voice. “What did I do wrong this time?”“If you don’t want to do something wrong, then listen to me and be good. If I really left, are you sure your imagination won’t run wild?” That was what Rosalie was worried about—-that Sebastian might put up a front. He couldn’t bear letting her stay here and take care of him, but he would get scared if she actually left.Given his current condition, it wasn’t appropriate for him to be worried. Staying by his side would soothe his frazzled nerves, and help with his recovery. She didn’t mind that. The faster he recovered, the better it was for the both of them.Sebastian lowered his head guiltily. True, he had been letting his imagination run wild. His brain had been in overdrive throughout the time Rosalie was away, and he didn’t keep his emotions i
He sounded a little panicked as he threw away the covers and tried to get down from the bed.The nurse immediately stood up, and walked to him. “I’m fine. Please don’t get out of bed.”She pulled the sheets up for Yerick, and reminded him, “Don’t move. Lie down.”“I’m sorry. Did I scare you just now?” Yerick looked innocently at her.The nurse’s heart softened immediately, and the fear that rose up in her chest was instantly dispelled. “I’m fine, but how are you feeling?”“There’s just been so much going on recently. I’m so frustrated over how I can’t get out of bed after the operation. I didn’t mean to lose my temper just now. Please don’t be angry at me,” he pleaded. Yerick looked so pitiful, his expression as tears welling up in his eyes capable of breaking many hearts. The nurse’s heart softened even more. “I was a little scared just now, but I’m not angry. If there’s anything you’re upset about, feel free to tell me about it.”“No, I’m sure you’re not interested in my pr
She was eager to witness the battlefield."You're right! If they end up fighting each other, that would be perfect."That way, he wouldn't have to get his hands dirty.The nurse nodded. "Just wait. The opportunity will come. They’ll definitely fight over your friend. You don’t need to worry too much. You’re smart, so I’m sure she’ll have her own plans.""Exactly." Yerick's smile grew more radiant.However, for him, opportunities were never something one simply waited for—they were things he created with his own hands. If he wanted it, it would happen."Are you feeling better?" the nurse asked.Yerick nodded. "Much better."The nurse sighed in relief. "That’s good."Yerick’s lips curled into a barely perceptible, sinister smile. "Let’s keep our conversation today between us."The nurse patted her chest reassuringly. "Don’t worry! I won’t tell anyone.""Good, I trust you. But I really don’t like being lied to. If you do tell someone, then I’ll…" Yerick paused, as if contemplat
Yerick was being discharged today, and Rosalie had been bustling around early in the morning to take care of all the paperwork and arrangements for him.Rosalie walked Yerick to the hospital entrance. Though he was being discharged, he still needed time to recover and would require someone to look after him.She had already covered the cost of a caregiver to assist him until he was fully healed.At the hospital entrance, the car Rosalie had arranged was waiting. She released the wheelchair and moved to stand in front of Yerick. "Yerry, Chloe will take you home for now. She'll be there to take care of you, so don't worry.""Rose, thanks so much. I promise I'll pay you back." "There's no rush. Just focus on recovering. Don't think about the rest for now.""Thanks, you're so nice to me," Yerick said, his eyes brimming with tears; he looked as if he might start crying."Come on, Yerry. Don't cry, or I'll have to punch you," Rosalie said, patting him gently on the head. "You need
Theodore took his original pills to a pharmaceutical quality testing laboratory. He knew someone from there who did a composition analysis on the pills.The results showed that it was a legitimate psychoactive drug prescribed by the hospital and there were no issues with it.Theodore wanted to test the pills because he suspected that someone switched out the pills, but based on the test results, the pills were exactly what the doctor had previously prescribed.Perhaps he was overthinking.He had been exceeding the dosage during this period. The doctor had reminded him about the strong side effects of the pill and warned him to strictly follow his instructions, but he didn't heed the doctor's orders. He deserved whatever happened to him.For a long time, he had been relying on medication to maintain his mental state, which was hanging by a thread. Otherwise, the thought of death was always haunting him. Theodore drove back home.Upon hearing his car, Aurora immediately ran out.
Theodore spoke fiercely, and Aurora seemed to be frightened by it. She sat up on the bed and wrapped the sheets around her body, shivering."I suddenly remembered the places that my ex-boyfriend might be hiding and wanted to tell you about it, but the moment I stepped into your room, you pushed me onto the bed," Aurora said, biting her lip and lowering her head as tears trickled down her cheeks.Theodore tried hard to recall what happened last night based on Aurora's claims, but he felt as though he lost a part of his memories last night. He couldn't imagine himself doing what Aurora claimed."You mean that I forced myself upon you?""I…I didn't mean that," Aurora said, gripping the sheets tightly. "Theo, you wanted me and I was certainly willing to give myself to you. You didn't force me to do anything. I thought you wanted me last night. I didn't expect you to question me the moment you woke up. What happened? Did I do something wrong?"Theodore recalled that he seemed to have l
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