This was the Shaw family's own hospital. The doctor quickly approached Mr. Shaw and said, "Mr. Shaw, Madam Shaw's condition is not a recurrence of an old illness but rather poisoning.""Poisoning?" Mr. Shaw's face changed dramatically.The expressions on Frank's and my faces also darkened.Grandma hadn't gone anywhere these past few days. She had just stayed at the Shaw family's residence waiting for results.And now, she had been poisoned at the Shaw family's residence..."What kind of poison is it? What is Grandma's current condition?" asked Frank."It's still being tested. For now, we can only confirm that it is toxic and will rapidly damage the nervous system and liver and kidneys," the doctor replied. "Moreover, according to the senior experts in the lab, if the antidote is administered within half an hour, it shouldn't cause major issues. But Madam Shaw is already beyond that time frame. Although she was brought here in time and there's no immediate threat to her life, she
Upon hearing this, Frank's lips curved into a faint smile. His brown eyes fixed on me, and he said softly, yet each word was clear, with a slight rise at the end, "Yes, you are Lily, my fiancee."It was a confirmation, a declaration."Frank..."My thoughts were complex, but a sense of relief arose. "Thank you for never, ever giving up on me."He was always there when I needed him, finding ways to help even when someone else took my place. Everyone else had abandoned me, but he hadn't.He took me to a private restaurant near the Shaw family's residence.The waiter led us to a private room.I realized that the people dining were not just Frank and me.There was also Flint.When he saw us enter, Flint suddenly stood up, looking straight at me. The man, nearly 60, was crying.I saw that he was holding the paternity test report from the foreign hospital.Flint must have read it."Miss Lily!"Hearing this address, I was startled. It wasn't due to unfamiliarity but familiarity.
I lowered my eyes, still reluctant to accept this reality. It even gave me chills.To prevent me from returning to the Shaw family, she actually poisoned Grandma.Compared to her and Mr. Shaw, I preferred the parents from my childhood memories who would hold me in their palms. But fate played a cruel trick on me. I was just a substitute for someone else.Frank suddenly asked, "Does the hospital still have records from the obstetrics and gynecology department from that time? Were there any familiar faces from the Shaw family who gave birth during those days?"Flint shook his head. "It's too long ago. We can't find that information."After finishing the meal, I still wanted to go back to the hospital. Frank disagreed. "It's unnecessary. That's the Shaw family's hospital, and Grandma will have a professional medical team taking care of her. If you go, you won't be able to help Grandma and will only waste your energy arguing with Bethany.""But..."I was feeling very unsettled. It
"I'll be downstairs right away."Upon hearing the news, my heart sank, and I immediately agreed.Jane noticed my pale face and asked, "What happened over there?"As I quickly packed up, I replied, "Aunt Laura is critically ill. I need to rush back to Jelaston."Given Bethany's methods, I even began to question whether this critical condition was due to the illness worsening or if it was somehow related to me."Critically ill?"Jane made a quick decision. "Ryan is coming to pick you up, right? Don't bother packing, leave everything to me. I'll finish up the work here this afternoon. You go ahead, and I'll bring your things back with me when I return."I was anxious and didn't hesitate any longer. "Alright, thanks, Jane."Jane handed me the portable charger and phone and pushed me towards the door. "It's no trouble. As the director of the marketing department, this is my job. Besides, I'm a shareholder, so I'm working for myself too."I nodded. "Alright, I’ve got to go!"When I
I was momentarily stunned. "What?"He shook his head gently and replied softly, "It's nothing."But the obsession in his eyes was deep.When we arrived at the St. Heart Hospital, the medical staff had just come out of the emergency room.The hospital director approached us, shaking his head in resignation. "Mr. Frost, Mrs. Frost, we did our best, but the condition deteriorated too quickly. There wasn’t much else we could do.""Is it normal for her condition to be deteriorating like this?" I asked.The director nodded. "Yes."My heart sank and tears welled up in my eyes. "Is there any other way? Any solution, no matter the cost..."Even though I knew I was a member of the Shaw family and had no blood relation to my aunt, she had been the one who had accompanied me the most.The director sighed. "Mr. Frost had already instructed us about this. We've exhausted all possible measures. The medical expenses during this period have also been charged to Mr. Frost's account.""Alright
My aunt's expression froze. "Who told you this?""Aunt Laura, don't hide it from me."I pressed my lips together. "I came to ask you because I have confirmation. I know that I am from the Shaw family in Jeswood.""The... the Shaw family? Is your biological father named Shaw?"My aunt became instantly anxious. Despite her weak voice, she bombarded me with questions. "Did they come looking for you? What happened? Did they treat you badly?"I was even more certain that my aunt knew something about the events from years ago.I quickly pressed on. "So, how did I end up with the Wilson family back then?""Back then..."My aunt thought for a moment and looked at me with pity. "Your parents had lost their beloved daughter, and the doctors said your mother couldn't be pregnant anymore. Later, they went to Jeswood for on a business trip and, by some twist of fate, brought you back with them.""And then? The Shaw family has been saying all these years that I was kidnapped. Was I really k
"I know... I know. How could I blame you?"I poured a cup of water, placed the straw in it, and handed it to my aunt. "Here, have some water."In the evening, after my aunt had fallen asleep, Ryan and I left together. We planned to go home, take a shower, and then keep watch.The doctor said that my aunt could pass away at any time.On the way home, I checked the medical expenses at the hospital. Millions had been deducted from Ryan's account. The money was used for trying various newly developed foreign medications and treatments. There had been two surgeries, both performed by top foreign specialists.Not only was it expensive, but it also required connections. Without this support, my aunt probably wouldn't have made it through the New Year.But Ryan had never mentioned it to me.I sat in the back seat and turned to him. "Ryan, thank you for handling my aunt's affairs. I'll transfer the money to you now."The money from selling the house had come through, enough to cover thi
A man who has always been refined and noble had gone this far for me. What did I do to deserve this?It was just that the relationship between us couldn’t change overnight. It had nothing to do with what style of clothes he wore. Even if he looked exactly like Frank, he would still be Ryan, unchanged in the slightest."I just suddenly realized that this way of dressing is quite comfortable too."Outside the door, even in casual clothes, the man's nobility remained unaffected. As he spoke, he glanced at the suitcase in the living room, and his gentle expression turned cold."Are you going to Jeswood?""Yes.""To find Frank?""Yes," I answered clearly, without any hesitation. I didn't care if he misunderstood my intentions with Frank. If it could make him let go of his obsession, then so be it.Unexpectedly, a trace of anger appeared in Ryan's dark eyes, but he remained patient. "The situation in Jeswood is complicated now. It won't help if you go there. Give me some time. I will
The Collins family’s expressions all changed.Although Madam Collins had spoken so casually, deep down, she was certainly still displeased about Zachary marrying Jane.She had simply seen the deeper truth. Zachary was resolute about Jane.She also understood that Zachary was no longer someone they could control.But when this was bluntly laid bare, her chest still tightened.“What do you mean by that?” Rebecca pressed.Sean merely replied, “That’s all I can say. And that’s because of the bond we share as former master and servant. After all, now I must follow Mr. Collins’s orders.”The room fell into a prolonged silence.Madam Collins broke it with a soft chuckle.She looked at Rebecca and said, “You said he doesn’t acknowledge you as his mother, yet he could have quietly gone off to register the marriage without us knowing, but instead, he let Sean inform us.”Rebecca didn’t immediately react.Madam Collins clarified, “He specifically instructed Sean to pass the news to you
At the hospital.Rebecca listened to Sean's report.When she heard that Zachary had come to the hospital, she immediately panicked. "I knew that woman was bad luck! Ever since Zachary got together with her, he's been plagued with all sorts of misfortune and illness!"Eric hesitated before speaking. "Zachary went to see the doctor because of morning sickness?""What?"Rebecca couldn't believe her ears. "Do you even hear how ridiculous that sounds?"Sean chimed in, "It’s true."Rebecca was rendered speechless.Sean explained, "I consulted with an expert. This kind of situation is rare but does happen. If a husband deeply loves his wife, seeing her suffer during pregnancy can cause him to experience symptoms like morning sickness."At that moment, Rebecca felt like a beehive had exploded in her ears.All she could hear was a loud buzzing noise.It took her a long moment to recover before she scoffed."He’s such a good husband, isn’t he? I risked my life to give birth to him an
Jane leaned in for a sniff. "Smells so good."Zachary’s worries were unnecessary, she only took a few bites before losing interest.The rest ended up in his stomach.Which then found its way to the toilet, and finally, down the drain.After Zachary rinsed his mouth, Jane peeled an orange for him. "Try this, see if it helps."Zachary ate the orange directly from her hand.It was so sour it made his teeth ache.Still, it seemed to provide some relief.Jane poured him some water."You don’t need to take care of me, I can handle myself.""And I can handle myself too," Jane retorted. "Why are you always doing things for me, then?""It’s different—you’re pregnant."Zachary drank a sip of the water, mostly because she had poured it."I’m just throwing up a little," said Jane.She had experienced it before—constant retching, even with nothing left in her stomach. That kind of discomfort was hard to endure.His voice was hoarse by now, which showed just how bad it had gotten.At
However, the test results showed nothing wrong.Even after being in a coma for those days, his body remained strong thanks to the nutritional IV.As long as he avoided alcohol and irritating foods, his gastritis wouldn't flare up.It certainly wouldn't become severe enough to cause this kind of reaction.Yet Zachary's vomiting was even more intense than her pregnancy nausea.Even though there was nothing left to throw up—not even stomach acid—if he kept going, he might end up vomiting bile.It really didn’t seem like the symptoms of someone perfectly healthy.So Jane contacted Tanner.After hearing her description, Tanner chuckled.Jane felt as though Tanner was gloating."Isn’t this great? He’s throwing up for you, so you can feel a bit better."Jane was taken aback.Over the time she had spent taking Zachary to the doctor, she truly hadn’t felt any discomfort herself.She had thought it was because she hadn’t eaten much, so her symptoms were temporarily subsiding."Dr.
Jane washed her face, took a moment to gather herself, then straightened up and hugged him."Stop reflecting on yourself already, hearing it makes my pregnancy symptoms worse."The tactic worked well, as she didn’t hear any more apologies from him afterward."I feel like eating an orange. Could you peel one for me?"Zachary immediately carried her to the sofa, tucked a blanket over her, and sat beside her to peel the orange.He meticulously removed every single white thread from the orange segments.Resting her chin on her hand, Jane watched him and teased, "You’re treating me even better now that I’m pregnant. Do you love the baby more than me?"Without hesitation, Zachary replied, "It’s because pregnancy is hard on you. If you hadn’t agreed to have the baby, I wouldn’t have kept—"Before he could finish, Jane kicked him, silencing him.He handed her the peeled orange.Jane couldn’t taste her mood anymore, so she focused on eating the orange.Zachary felt his teeth ache jus
"I envy his fiancee so much!""You women are so shallow. Just because he’s buying some raviolis, you think he’s humbled himself for love. Why don’t you think about this—he’s the son of an affluent family. If he hadn’t picked someone from such a poor background, why would he come to this rundown place to buy these commoner foods?"As soon as the man finished speaking, he felt a sharp, cold gaze land on him.The people who had been enthusiastically discussing with him moments earlier suddenly avoided looking at him.But Zachary merely glanced at him.His raviolis were already packed, and he was eager to bring them back for Jane.He didn’t linger long, nor did he feel the need to waste his words on clueless fools like these.Besides, even if he explained, they probably wouldn’t understand—or even care.Meanwhile, Jane had been leaning against the car window, watching Zachary the whole time. When she saw him walking back, she opened the car door for him.“Hurry, get in.”Zachary
They were heading back to their cozy little nest.On the way, her phone rang. When she saw the caller ID, she slapped Zachary’s thigh.“Oh no!”Zachary looked confused.“I forgot about Jordan!”Jordan had mentioned that she would be filming, and Westley had been by her side the entire time to protect her.Jane, preoccupied with her own matters, had assumed that with Westley around, nothing would go wrong.Her return to the country had been a last-minute decision, and she had left in a hurry.She was also dealing with the discomfort of her pregnancy.All the emotions and tasks piling up caused her to completely forget.Sure enough, when she answered the call, Jordan’s voice was full of grievance.“Aren’t we good friends?”“Yes, yes, we are,” Jane replied with an awkward cough. “Something urgent came up, so... I’m sorry.”Jordan, however, was gracious. “I understand your situation is special. Just treat me to a meal to make up for it. I’ll be flying to Jeswood soon.”“Alrig
Madam Collins’ words seemed caring, but in reality, they were meant as a warning.Zachary gently pulled his arm back and said, "No wedding, just getting the marriage certificate."“No way!” Rebecca objected.Madam Collins spoke calmly, “Registering the marriage is also a happy occasion, but it’s not suitable right now. I see your relationship is so strong, waiting a little longer won’t make a difference. The Collins family’s bloodline will never end up being talked about as illegitimate. Don’t worry about that.”Zachary wanted to say more, but Jane tugged on his arm.“I’m feeling a little unwell.”Zachary’s expression immediately changed. Without arguing with the family any further, he carried her straight to the doctor.When they reached the obstetrics department, she patted Zachary’s shoulder and said, “Put me down.”“Aren’t you...” Zachary instantly understood. “You’re trying to get me out of there?”Jane wrapped her arms around his neck and nuzzled him with her nose.“Pre
"I’m fine. I’ve already recovered quite a bit," Zachary said as he bent one knee to the floor.Jane instinctively wanted to kneel with him, but Zachary stopped her. "You can’t," he said, giving her a meaningful look.Understanding his intent, Jane obediently stood to the side.Rebecca became agitated. "Do your knees mean nothing to you? You’ve knelt once for her, and now again!"Lowering his gaze, Zachary said calmly, "I’m kneeling in front of my parents. There’s no question of whether it’s worth it or not. She is my fiancee, soon to be my wife. If she has caused you any displeasure, it’s my responsibility to bear it. What’s more, she hasn’t done anything wrong."Rebecca wanted to lash out, but Eric intervened. "Do you want to make your condition even worse with this anger?"A flicker of emotion passed through Zachary’s eyes, but his tone remained neutral. "I don’t understand. I only want to marry the person I love and have children. Why must you go to such lengths to oppose it