"She's originally from abroad, it's hard to catch her." Frank waved his hand and said to Zachary, "Take care of it. I'm going to have some fun for a while. Once you're better, you can handle the aftermath." Zachary nodded. After Frank left the hospital room, Zachary told everyone to go home. "I'm fine, just a stomach cramp. It's not serious." Rebecca held his hand, hesitant to speak. Zachary took the initiative and said, "Don't worry. I've already cleared things up with Jane. Even if we run into each other in the future, we won't greet each other. We'll be strangers from now on." Outside the hospital room, Jane withdrew her hand from the door, turning to speak to Charlotte. "No need to go in. He's fine." After getting in the car, Charlotte looked at her. "You should stay at Region Gardens for a while." "Once Zachary and Frank finish dealing with the Sanchez family, you can move back to your own place. The Sanchez family has deep roots, and I'm worried that if
‘Come on,’ Roy muttered to himself. ‘When have you ever cared for strangers? You don't even bother with people you know. You clearly care, yet your words are so harsh.’"Whether it's someone else or you, whether you're just passing by or whatever, the fact is, you saved me this time, and I should stay and take care of you."Zachary didn't even glance at her. He just curved the corner of his lips in a faint, mocking smile."You don't want to take advantage of this opportunity to rekindle our relationship, do you? Sorry, I don't do that."Roy wanted to sew Zachary's mouth shut.He was aloof when he needed to speak, yet chatty when he shouldn't.Jane didn't back down because of his words."Mr. Collins, you're overthinking things. I don't do such things either. I'm only taking care of you because you got hurt saving me."Zachary wanted to dismiss her, but then he heard her imply something. "Could it be that Mr. Collins is afraid that my charm might attract you again?"Jane stayed,
Jane really didn't want to leave him alone in the hospital, even though he had so many reliable people around him. "I still want to stay." Charlotte didn't say anything more. "Once he's discharged, I'll help you move." During this time, she had bought some things for the place. Jane nodded and smiled. "Okay." Between good friends, they knew what each other was thinking. They understood each other. Charlotte and Frank didn't stay long. They left the food for them and then left together. No matter what happened in the future, both of them instinctively wanted to give the couple some space. Zachary was staying in a VIP ward. After Roy delivered the toiletries, Zachary instructed him to bring in a bed. Jane said she was fine with sleeping on the sofa. Roy glanced at the large hospital bed that could comfortably fit two people. He said, "Mr. Collins, medical resources are tight. Let's make do with one bed for a few days." "Let's give the bed to those w
Jane couldn't sit on the bed, so she sat on the nearby chair.But the angle was a bit awkward, and before she realized it, she was half-lying on the bed.What she didn't know was that while she was engrossed in watching the movie, someone had been watching her the whole time.Her back stiffened a bit, so Jane stretched and turned her head to speak to the man.She realized he had already turned his back and lay down.She didn't disturb him, instead, she quietly pulled the blanket over him, carefully avoiding the burned areas.Then she went to lie down on the sofa and chatted with Charlotte for a bit.She also glanced at some New Year clothing designs.When sleepiness began to hit, she got up first to check on Zachary, making sure he was sleeping soundly.But just as she was about to turn around, she noticed something was wrong."Does it hurt?"Zachary didn't respond.Jane went to find a nurse to ask about pain relief methods.Then, she returned with some ointment, knelt beh
Rebecca stayed in place for a long time, her gaze heavy, before finally leaving.When she arrived home, Eric was just heading out. He asked, "Where did you go?"Rebecca explained about Zachary's injury, as well as the things he had said.Eric's face darkened. "Do you think Zachary hasn't truly given up on Jane?"Rebecca nodded. "That's the impression I got."She hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Do you think we should..."Eric waved his hand. "Let's wait and see. No need to act yet."Rebecca was a bit worried. "He's about to go back to work soon. After the birthday, the position of power will be handed to him. By then, it might be too late."Eric replied, "Let's wait until after the New Year."Jane woke up and found herself in bed.She hurriedly checked on Zachary, but he was nowhere to be found in the bed.She got out of bed and saw Zachary coming out of the bathroom.He had changed out of the hospital gown and was now dressed in a neatly pressed shirt and trousers.Sh
He scratched his nose. ‘So pretentious.’ Jane returned to Region Gardens to pack her things and move back to her own little place. Charlotte noticed that she looked dispirited and asked, "Did Zachary bully you?" Jane shook her head. "It's my fault. Even though he took the hit for me, I feel bad and want to take care of him, but I forgot that it was me who insisted on breaking up. I said so many hurtful things, forcing him to stop bothering me. So, I should have done what you said and just paid for the medical expenses, no need to personally take care of him." Charlotte smiled. "Listening to you speak, you sound like you're full of resentment." Jane sighed. "Exes should be treated as though they're dead. He saved me, but I should treat him like a stranger, like a living saint, just pay the medical fees and offer compensation, not insist on taking care of him." "What if he's out on a blind date with some young lady? That would be a misunderstanding, which would be
Then, he earned four disapproving glares from the girls. Frank stood under the intense gaze of the four girls, who seemed ready to tear him apart. He placed the snowman's head back on, and even found a knitted hat to put on it. He reached out and picked up Sparrow, only for her to slap him in the face. Frank cocked his brows and smiled. "Alright, you're not happy, so you hit people. You're starting to look more and more like your dad." Jane gave Charlotte a look. Charlotte helplessly rubbed her forehead. She couldn't compete with genetics. On New Year's Eve, Jane tidied up her little place and did some decluttering. She had dinner at Charlotte's, and after clearing out the fridge, she organized everything properly. She turned off the power, water, and gas at home, locked the door, and headed to Region Gardens. On the way, she bought some gifts and clothes and toys for Sparrow. Julie had gone home for the holiday. The New Year's Eve dinner at home
She let her watch as they set off the fireworks. Frank stood by, lighting a large firework. In an instant, the night sky was illuminated. Under the dazzling fireworks, the four girls laughed joyfully. Frank glanced at the black car hidden in the night not far away. The back window of the black car was fully rolled down, and a wisp of white smoke dissipated in the wind. The sound of the wind seemed to carry the man's slightly low but magnetic and pleasant voice. "Jane, Happy New Year." After the New Year, Jane and Charlotte threw themselves into work. Yasmin and Jason decided to take their wedding photos in St. Penalow. At the same time, Zachary got up at nine every morning and worked until five in the evening. But he never really left work at five, always attending drinking sessions. One time, Rebecca happened to catch him leaving a drinking party, being supported by Ross to the car. His hand was pressed against his stomach, clearly showing that h
Buck's unchanging poker face was stunned. "Wasn't it benign?""Well, someone has a death wish."That was true.Buck was about to say something when he heard Westley calling him. He quickly walked into the ward.He didn't need to listen, he knew it was something about Jordan."Go after her immediately. Keep a close watch on her and report back to me in real-time."Buck had been by Westley's side all these years.He thought he would be asked to arrange for someone trustworthy to keep an eye on her.But it turned out that it Westley was sending him."Sir, I can send Silas.""You go." Westley massaged his temples. "Silas still has his own matters to deal with.""Then what about Jax...""You go." Westley's eyes grew cold. "Do I need to repeat myself?""But what about you...""Do you think I’ll die in the Greyson family's hospital?"Well, that was not possible.The Greyson family's security was only slightly inferior to the Howard family's.But Buck had never left Westley's
"Mr. Howard’s illness is quite serious this time, but it wasn’t because he caught a cold from bringing you to the hospital today. It’s because he’s already been in poor health recently. It’s just a coincidence that the cold worsened his condition. Considering the past relationship, please stay and keep him company. Your fever hasn't subsided, and it's a good opportunity to rest in the hospital for a few days."Jordan remained silent. At that moment, her phone rang.She thought it was the driver calling, but when she picked up, it was Oliver."Oliver.""Have you finished what you’re doing?" Oliver's gentle voice sounded on the other end of the line. "There's work here. Once you're done, come over. It’s fine if you’re not done yet. It's not an animal shoot. If you can't spare the time, I'll contact someone else."Jordan quickly replied, "I'll fly over right now.""Mrs. Howard, you're still running a fever." Buck spoke up, earning an angry glare from Jordan."Jordy, are you running
Jordan's face turned red with anger, and she yelled, "You're sneaky and cunning. You’re just a scumbag!"Westley bent down to pick up the door handle and handed it to her."How did a perfectly fine door break in your hands? Instead of cursing, shouldn't you reflect on yourself?"Suddenly, Jordan wasn't angry anymore.In fact, she even laughed.Because she was truly speechless."Westley, you're making me feel that having feelings for you back then was the stupidest thing I’ve ever done. I was really stupid, actually feeling sad and upset for someone like you, who is full of lies and has a scheming heart. You don't deserve it. Westley, you... don't... deserve it."Westley hadn't expected this outcome.It had been a good opportunity, and he really wanted to sit down and have a proper conversation with her.But what happened last night was beyond his expectations.He hadn't predicted today's situation either."I didn't mean it like that... let me explain..."Jordan interrupted
She wasn't used to calling someone for every little thing."It's fine, I just need a sip of water.""You have a 39-degree fever, so please rest more. If the fever doesn't go down, it could turn into pneumonia, like Mr. Howard."Cough cough...Jordan choked on the water. She vaguely remembered that outside the Civil Affairs Bureau, Westley had walked toward her and seemed to have picked her up.But there were so many people around him. Could he really get soaked in the rain?How did she get this high fever?It couldn't be that she fainted, and just by him picking her up, he caught the illness, right?Westley met her confused gaze and began to explain, "You were soaked through. I carried you all the way to the hospital, and I got wet too."‘So?’"I was so focused on getting you treated, I forgot about myself. I thought I was fine, but it turns out I'm worse off than you."Jordan knew that Westley rarely fell ill.She had envied his constitution when they were kids. Unlike her
Jane happily sent the couple into the elevator.She returned home and picked up the clothes that were scattered on the floor.As she was about to pick up a piece, a fine hand took it from her.She was helped to sit down on the sofa.Jane found it amusing. "Didn't my check-up results show no issues? It's just hanging clothes, it's not like I can't do it."She felt like she was disabled being taken care of like this by Zachary."And you, you've taken over the family business now, aren't you busy? Stop circling around me all day."Zachary hung the clothes on the hanger and placed them in the study first.Hearing her words, his lips pressed down slightly."Are you getting tired of me?"‘No wonder he’s good friends with Frank,’ thought Jane.Jane had just heard Charlotte complain that every time she did something, even if she was away for a short while, Frank would make it seem as if she was getting tired of him."Staring at the same person all the time, it's bound to happen."
Due to Westley's special permission, their news was all over Nelana recently.Jordan was caught in the rain, Westley carried her to the hospital, and they even took a dramatic photo, which has been going viral all over the internet these past few days."With the beginning and end cut out, the clueless audience has been going crazy over this."Westley controlled the message he wanted to send out to the public.As for why Jordan was standing in the rain at the Civil Affairs Bureau, no one would know.To the public, they were the picture-perfect wealthy couple with a great relationship."My connections are getting better,"Dominic joked. "I found out it's nothing serious, just an acute cold from getting soaked in the rain. She's at the Greyson family's hospital, and even Carter, a big shot, was called to check on her. There’s definitely nothing to worry about."Jane let out a sigh of relief. "That's good, please keep an eye on her for me.""Don't worry. Just take care of yourself,"
Westley looked at Jordan on the hospital bed, her lips pale, and didn't say anything.His gaze was deep, and it was unclear what he was thinking.Leanne, seeing his hair still dripping wet, went to grab a towel to help him dry it.Westley raised his hand to push her away.Leanne laughed. "So what, you're planning to stay here be sick with her?"Westley remained silent.Leanne was used to it.As the eldest son of the Howard family, bearing a heavy responsibility, he had matured earlier than other kids his age. His thoughts were so deep that they were impossible to fathom.When he was in a good mood, he would talk a little more.When he was in a bad mood, he couldn't even spare a glance."Westley, the one at fault here is you. Forgive me for speaking frankly, but the way you're handling this will only make Jordan more frustrated and push her even further away from you. You know best yourself—everyone who lied would be punished severely by you. You've deceived Jordan again and a
"Tell Westley that if I don't see him at the Civil Affairs Bureau today, I'll file for divorce. If his work gets affected or he gets embarrassed because of it, he'd better not blame me."Buck's phone was on speaker, so there was no need to relay the message—Westley heard everything clearly.Caught in the middle, Buck felt like a sandwich. Not an enviable position."Mrs. Howard, you must be very busy. Don't waste time waiting outside the Civil Affairs Bureau. Once Mr. Howard finishes his work, he'll contact you.""Contact my ass!" Jordan swore, her frustration spilling over. "That scumbag is full of tricks! Let's see how long you can hide for! I'll wait until five o'clock when the Civil Affairs Bureau closes. If I don't see you, get ready for me to file for divorce!"Beep beep beep!She hung up the phone.Buck hesitated before carefully speaking. "Sir, Mrs. Howard seems to know you were listening.""Yeah."Westley's lips curved into a faint smile. "She's gotten smarter."Buck
"They've gone through so much and still haven't reconciled!"The captain didn't even open his eyes and said, "Go run 10km."Jordan thought she wouldn't be able to sleep after everything that happened.But in the end, she drifted off in a daze.In her hazy state, it seemed as if something brushed against the corner of her eye, wiping away her tears.The next morning, when she woke up, the room was completely empty, leaving only her.She immediately went out to look for Westley.There was no sign of Buck, who was always by his side.She grabbed someone nearby and asked, "Where's Westley?"The subordinate replied, "Mr. Howard left last night. I'm not sure about his specific itinerary. Please understand, Mrs. Howard."Westley's schedule was always kept confidential.It was only known when he actually appeared at an event.The only one who might know was Buck.But she couldn't get in touch with him either.Just as she was about to call Westley, another call came in.Seeing th