"Thank you," Camilla thanked Brandon with a lowered gaze before heading toward the lift.Brandon furrowed his brows worriedly. "Are you sure you're okay, Camilla?""I'm fine." Camilla sounded calm. Aside from her pale face, it was hard to discern any other emotions from her. Brandon was still worried and decided to follow after her.The lift brought them to the 12th floor. Once Camilla stepped out from the ride, she sucked in a deep breath and headed for Tanya's ward. Every step felt like she was walking on razor blades. Her fingers curled slightly, and she had to remind herself to stay calm. She couldn't afford to be rash and have a breakdown right now.Soon, she arrived at the dreaded location. Because it was a private hospital, there wasn't any window on the door. She couldn't see what was happening inside.Camilla slowly raised her hand to knock. Right before her fist made contact, Brandon stopped her."Allow me," Brandon said as he gently pushed Camilla aside.Camilla bli
Camilla widened her eyes at Simon. She was surprised by his sudden appearance and was even more baffled by the punch he threw at Jayden. Her heart tightened, and she turned her attention to Jayden anxiously.The corner of Jayden's mouth was bleeding. It was proof of how much strength was packed in Simon's punch. Anger flared within Jayden's usual gentle eyes, and he swung back!After all, still waters run deep.Not to mention, he was Jayden Moore. Second son of the noble Moore family!The two men were aiming for each other's throat. Camilla paled at the violent display. "Stop! Don't fight!"She rushed forward to intercept but was held back by Brandon. "Don't go any closer. You might get caught in the crossfire."Camilla's voice trembled. "Are you saying we should let them tear each other apart?""Jayden!" came a shriek before a figure in white robes rushed between the fight. Simon's fist landed on Tanya's back, and she immediately hissed from the impact.Simon was not holding
Simon sighed helplessly at Camilla's retreating figure. Brandon shifted his gaze to him. "Do you want to get those wounds treated?"Simon dismissed his offer with a wave. "No thanks." He shook his head one last time before he turned around and left.…Camilla approached Jayden and observed him. He had a bruise on his face from the punches Simon gave him earlier. She withdrew her gaze and remained silent, standing there quietly.She felt that she should turn around and leave, that she shouldn't be here. But deep down, she believed in him. As long as he was willing to explain, she would believe him.Her breath was barely audible, but Jayden still noticed her. His glasses had been knocked away; without them, his dark eyes were out on display, adding an aura of fierceness and power to him."Sweetheart," he called hoarsely.Camilla didn't utter a word, nor did she look at him.Jayden held her hand, his fingers gently caressing hers. "Didn't you say you thought up a plan for our wedd
After a while, Jayden finally broke the silence. "Sweetheart, do you really want to do this?"Camilla's eyelashes trembled, her face pale as she looked at him. "What else could I do? Continue to act oblivious? Am I supposed to turn a blind eye when you give her your everything just to make her compliant as a test subject?"Jayden gave her a conflicted look."What's the point of having a marriage like that?" Camilla smiled bitterly. Her fingers curled slightly as she continued, "Jayden, I like you. I would even say I love you. But that's not an excuse for you to lie to me. My heart isn't made out of steel. It will feel pain." "Sweetheart ..." Jayden tried to reach for her hand, but she avoided him. "I'll believe you when you let me join your research." With that, Camilla spun on her heels and left.Watching her retreating figure, Jayden felt the urge to catch up with her. He wanted to explain everything, to clarify the situation so they could live a happy life together.But .
One of Camilla's blood arteries had ruptured due to her extreme emotions. It was why she coughed up blood.But ... how could anyone's artery burst just because of some heightened emotions? Her body was too fragile."Don't worry about it, Camilla. You're fine. You're healthy," Brandon reassured her when he saw her furrowed brow.Camilla nodded. She turned to Brandon. "Thank you."Brandon immediately said, "We're friends. There's no need to thank me."Camilla stood up. "I'll be heading back now. Kylie is still helping me at the shop."Brandon asked, "Are you sure you're okay?""I'll be fine," Camilla replied, heading for the exit.Brandon couldn't bear watching her retreating figure. He took off his white coat and quickly caught up with her. "I'll escort you. I don't feel safe with you walking around in that state."Camilla didn't refuse and said, "Thank you."Brandon wanted to reply but decided to keep his mouth shut upon seeing her pale face. He drove Camilla back to the de
"Are you okay, Camilla?" Just then, Charlotte came back. When she saw Camilla sitting on the ground, she immediately walked over to help her up.Camilla was surprised to see Charlotte and quickly shook her head. "I'm fine, Charlotte."Charlotte gave her a complicated look and helped her to the chair. "What's wrong? You look as pale as a ghost. Did something happen?"Camilla blinked and remained silent.Charlotte sighed helplessly. "You should go home if you're feeling unwell. I have already recruited a new clerk who can start work tomorrow."Camilla turned to Charlotte. "I'm sorry for causing you so much trouble, Charlotte.""Nonsense," Charlotte denied. "I know of your capabilities. You are very hardworking and tenacious. There are not a lot of people like you around these days. I've told you, your talent is wasted here. And you've also married into the Moore family. With your status, you shouldn't continue working in my dessert shop."Camilla's eyelashes fluttered. Married i
After ordering, the waiter returned with two cups of water and placed them in front of the two.Ronan smiled at Camilla. "Have you considered what I told you before?"Camilla looked at him coldly. "I think my attitude last time was answer enough."Ronan, however, argued, "Forgive me, but I've investigated you. Your adoptive mother didn't treat you well. Why don't you try reaching out to your biological parents? Perhaps, you can rekindle your hope in parents."Camilla paused for a moment. "I'm sorry."She was still refusing. Ronan couldn't help but let out a long sigh. "Ms. West, I don't know why exactly you're so resistant, but you should know your mother, Jenna, has never given up searching for you. She really loves you.""Is that so?" Camilla stared at her cup of water. The surface of the water was calm, but who knew what was hidden underneath it?"I was stolen when I was just a month old, right? How could she be sure of welcoming me when she lost me at such a young age? What
Ronan was ecstatic. He drove Camilla to the outskirts of the city and stopped in front of a manor.Once they got out of the car, Ronan pointed at the manor not far from them. "My aunt lives here. She was passing Clacton and decided to stay for a few days. Someone sold her some information on you. But they said you were on the west side of town. My aunt believed them and is planning to go there after a few days of rest."Ronan furrowed his brows. "Over the years, quite a few people have cheated my aunt out of her money under the guise of having news about you. We've tried to persuade her many times, but it never works."The Bass family was originally a rich family. But ever since their daughter disappeared, Jackie and Jenna had spent all of their money looking for her. This search had gone on for more than twenty years, and the Bass family was basically on the verge of bankruptcy. Camilla's expression shifted slightly at the news. She observed the manor in the distance. So, her b