Aside from Ivanka, other women seemed so annoying. Laura shivered upon meeting Michael’s gaze. “Okay.” Laura was furious. “Since you mentioned you’re going to bear all the responsibilities, I’ll see if you really are able to bear all of them.” Michael did not bother to glance at her. Laura walked back and forth outside the operating theater. She looked restless. Meanwhile, Ivanka was in the operating theater. Michael already told her that he would deal with the rest. Therefore, she felt no pressure when preparing to perform the surgery. She did not need to worry about being bothered by outside forces. She only needed to focus on performing the surgery. Of course, the surgery was difficult to perform. The hospital was well-established. Only difficult cases would force a doctor to opt for an amputation surgery for his patients. Jonah was injured because of her. No matter what, Ivanka would not let him end up being amputated. She would not allow that to happen. Aft
The doctor who had been asked to stay around felt speechless too. He trembled in fear when he watched Ivanka perform the surgery. After watching her for some time, he finally understood that Ivanka was trying to remove the rotten flesh in Jonah’s legs. It was a very effective method. After removing the rotten flesh, Jonah did not have to undergo amputation. But the rotting flesh had pressed on his legs’ nerves, which were as thick as a strand of human hair. A careless mistake could break them. Moreover, some of the nerves were necrotic. The people inside the observation room felt resigned. “She’s taking the patient’s life lightly!” “I’ve never seen such a daring and confident woman in my life.” “That’s right.” The doctors strongly rebuked the way Ivanka performed the surgery. Even the bodyguards were ready to act. The moment the situation went out of hand, they would immediately charge in and stop Ivanka. Nonetheless, Jonah did not start bleeding as heavily as t
Just as she was about to fall to the ground, she fell into a warm, strong, familiar embrace.“Are you alright?”Ivanka shook her head. She no longer had the strength to struggle.“I’ll take you to clean your wounds.”Michael’s voice rang out from above her. Ivanka nodded. She did not have any more strength to speak.Just like that, Michael was about to leave with Ivanka in his arms.However, Laura blocked both of them.“You can’t leave. How is Jonah? If something happened to Jonah, I will never forgive you. Come down here! You’re not allowed to leave until you make things clear!”As she said that, Laura made to grab Ivanka, but Michael pulled her away.He gestured with his head. The bodyguards next to him immediately understood what he meant. They grabbed Laura on both sides. Laura could not break free, so she broke into a rage.“I just knew you were pretending to be something you’re not. Even if you’re just pretending, why do you need to do it at the cost of someone else’s
Before she questioned the attending doctor, Margaret replied to Laura, “I understand.” However, the attending doctor mentioned how amazing Ivanka’s capabilities were. There was even more admiration for Ivanka in those eyes. “I would have never thought that the girl who came with the patient would be so highly accomplished in medicine. Moreover, her knowledge of medicine and surgery is no lesser compared to any of the specialists in our hospital. It was all thanks to her this time. There was no way we could save the patient’s legs otherwise.” Once Jonah’s mother heard that he had almost lost his legs, how could she stay calm? She had also completely realized how serious the car crash was. She immediately asked someone to investigate this car accident. However, before she did, Michael had already asked Evan to investigate. Evan had learned that the truck driver was innocent. This car crash was just an accident. The brake malfunctioned. There had been no human inference behin
Michael spoke slowly. But Ivanka’s face looked a little solemn. What was this? “Michael, do you think you know me well?”The person who would not spare her a single glance in the past was actually saying such words to her.A bystander who knew nothing would think that Michael knew her well and loved her. But in fact, he did not. Michael said, “I don’t know you very well either. I just found out from our recent interactions. Ivanka, I will give you my blessing no matter if you choose Jonah or someone else. However, I don’t want you to put up an act with someone else because of me.”After hearing this, Ivanka was entirely dumbstruck.Even Michael was surprised that he had said such a thing.Ivanka did not reply as she looked at him. On the contrary, he thought that her eyes looked exceptionally bright.His Adam’s apple moved. Just then, he suddenly complimented her. “Your eyes are beautiful, like stars.”Ivanka did not know how to reply for a while.As far as she could
However, Ivanka frowned and stated her stance. “If it was not for Jonah, then I might have been injured even more severely than Jonah. Jonah saved me. Of course, I must do something like this!”At the critical moment, Jonah had shielded her underneath his body. That was how she got away with superficial injuries.So, no matter what, she had to pull Jonah back from the reaper’s clutches. Also, she had to make sure that no part of Jonah’s body would be lost!Michael saw that she misinterpreted his meaning and hurriedly explained. “I didn’t mean it the way you said. I think that if you go over now, I’m afraid that Jonah’s parents would find trouble with you.”However, Ivanka replied with certainty. “If I’m afraid of trouble at a time like this, then what kind of person would I be?”So Ivanka went to the hospital equipped with bags and the medicine she had developed.As soon as Laura saw her, she immediately pointed at her angrily, “Ivanka, how dare you come?”Ivanka also noticed
Ivanka looked at the dumbfounded girl in front of her coldly. She asked chillingly, “Are you done making a scene?” Margaret’s eyes were cold. She had also heard of what Ivanka had done in the past.However, Margaret did not expect Ivanka to hit someone before her.However, she had to give her credit. Ivanka’s presence made her look at her with a hint of admiration.Laura covered the left side of her face and returned to her senses. At that moment, she could not control her emotions anymore. She hissed. “Ivanka Lane! How dare you hit me! Do you have a death wish?!” While Laura tossed all her concerns out of the window and pounced toward Ivanka, Margaret angrily scolded her. “That’s enough. Can’t you let Jonah rest quietly?”After the scolding, Lauren immediately stopped her actions. She did not dare to make any more movements, but her warning glare on Ivanka was full of rage and viciousness.Ivanka smirked coldly. She did not see Laura as a threat.“Laura, you go out first
Although she did not approve of Ivanka and Jonah developing further, she could not deny that she was satisfied with the fact that Ivanka disliked Laura.Ivanka talked back to Laura again. Her eyes were full of contempt for Laura.“I’m what? I need to talk to Mrs. Sadler now, and you’re making a lot of noise here. Ms. Fishbourne, please leave for now.”Ivanka stated her stance clearly, word for word. Margaret did not say anything, but she silently agreed. Laura might disobey Ivanka, but she would never disobey Margaret.After she left, Ivanka continued talking about what Laura had just said.“I’m not conspiring with Michael. My relationship with Jonah is indeed just a business partnership. I don’t have any romantic feelings for him.”“Just because you don’t, doesn’t mean Jonah doesn’t,” Margaret stated. As someone who has been through it before, she understood what things were when she saw it. Ivanka was instantly silent.Since Margaret understood, then what did she mean
Ivanka did not pay him any mind and got into the car. If Michael dared to chase after her again, she would most definitely kick him out of the car! She would do what she said she would!Michael did not catch up, but he blocked her with his arms wide open. His stance was clear: You can leave. But over my dead body! Ivanka could not possibly drive over Michael. But it was not a problem for Michael to keep blocking her way. Plus, she had just politely rejected his parents. So, it was even more impossible for her to turn back. Ivanka ran out of patience. She held her forehead and frowned. Michael had already drained her last bit of patience. She never imagined that Michael would actually cling to her to such an extent! How would she put it? All her positivity had been drained clean! “Michael, your parents are still at home. Aren’t you afraid they’ll see and laugh at you? I know Grandpa and Grandma are standing by our side now. It’s not like you and I haven’t been in
Ivanka would neither accept the carrot nor the stick approach. Michael had no choice but to persuade her with reason and win her over with affection. Ivanka snorted. “Have you ever given me a chance to have a meal with you before this? As the saying goes, Rome wasn’t built in a day. It takes time for things to come to this state. Things might have passed for you but not for me!” Ivanka’s gaze was razor-sharp. Michael felt his heart clench up. At that moment, his throat was in so much pain that he did not know what else to say to her. Ivanka did not wait for his response. She pushed away his hand and headed out without hesitation. Michael did not stop her. Nonetheless, he went after her and followed behind her. Meanwhile, they heard the sound from the kitchen. Mindy prepared dinner in the kitchen, and Jay helped her out. They had heard their conversation. Out of courtesy, Ivanka went to the kitchen and greeted them. She said with a smile, “Uncle Jay, Aunt Mindy, I’m
Ivanka clenched her fists. Her gaze was filled with ferocity. She looked like she was really going to punch Michael. Michael noticed the anger in her eyes. But since the person was none other than Ivanka, he was willing to take the beating. He even took a step forward and held his head high. “Strike me if you want.” “You!” Ivanka glared at Michael. He truly annoyed her. She reminded herself to keep her composure. She sucked in a deep breath before saying, “Michael, I’ve treated you with respect. You’d better behave yourself.” Right after she finished the sentence, Ivanka left. Before she even took a step forward, Michael grabbed her. “My mom is preparing the dishes inside the kitchen. If you leave now, you’re not showing me any respect. Please stay around to have dinner. Even though we’re already divorced, and it’s impossible for us to get back together again, we’re still friends,” said Michael. Haha! He had been adamant. He was using the same approach to draw close
Mindy’s expression instantly darkened. “What’s with us being prejudiced against her? Had I ever targeted her when she married Michael from the beginning? “She knew how well Rosie had treated her. It’s her own fault for failing to bond with Mic. How could you blame us?” Mindy had always disliked Ivanka. She believed Samuel’s intervention had been the reason for their marriage. It was an arranged marriage. There was no need for the Barkworth’s family to have an arranged marriage. At the end of the day, it was all up to Samuel to choose the bride for Michael. Ever since Ivanka married Michael, aside from the deliberate arrangements, they had hardly shown up together as a couple in public. Mindy did not have any particularly hard feelings for Ivanka. She believed the two would live happily together after getting married. After they divorced, Mindy thought Michael could start all over again. But she did not expect to see their current relationship was no different from when they
It was Jay and Mindy. When Ivanka saw them, a thought came across her mind. She took out a syringe and inserted it into Michael’s arm to unmute him. Michael felt like he had been stung by a bee. It was as though he had been put in jail, only to be freed all of a sudden. Ivanka took away the syringe and gave him a glance with displeasure. “Get out of the car now. Your parents are here—” “Aren’t you entering the house?” Before Ivanka finished her sentence, Michael interrupted her. When he looked at her, his eyes were filled with sincerity and seriousness. But Ivanka rejected him coldly. “Quick! Get out of the car! I’m not joking with you. Get out now!” “Let’s go in together. After all, you’re already here. Are you worried about seeing them?” Michael was undaunted by her emotions and tone. Instead, he stretched out his hand to try to grab Ivanka. Nonetheless, she avoided him with ease. Meanwhile, Jay and Mindy saw them. They walked over to them. Mindy glanced at th
It was no wonder Jonah asked for so many details. All these were facts.Ivanka did not avoid answering his questions. She gave a light smile. “The longest will be half a year.”If the treatment was ineffective after half a year, she would go to Silvania with Vincent.After all, it was not just about her.Upon learning of Ivanka’s decision, Jonah smiled wryly. “Iv, I don’t think it’s an easy feat to treat my legs. How about you go and deal with your stuff first? You can always treat my legs afterward.”Ivanka initially planned to do it that way. But George, Florence, and Margaret had interrupted her plan.Since she had returned to Bostone, why was there a need to travel back and forth again?She might as well treat Jonah’s legs.Besides, Vincent had informed her that it would be highly uncertain whether they could still return to their home country after arriving at Silvania.Ivanka said, “No. I don’t want to make so many trips. I’ll treat your legs for half a year and see if i
It was not an overstatement to say Michael was crossing the line. Nonetheless, Ivanka could not just sit there and watch the two men get into a conflict. Hence, Ivanka pulled Michael to the side and glanced at him. “If you don’t want to be kicked out, you’d better wait here.” But Michael was undaunted by Jonah. Although Jonah had the power to rebuke him in his own territory, Michael refused to allow Jonah to get the upper hand. Ivanka saw the determination in Michael’s eyes. She was very worried that the two might get into a fight. She quickly pulled him back. “Stop making me worry about you. Just wait here! If you dare to come after me, I’ll…” Although she did not finish her sentence, her intention was clear enough. If Michael disobeyed her, she would make him a statue! Understanding this, Michael did not follow Ivanka. But when Jonah turned around and left, the provocation in his eyes was evident. Still, Michael listened to Ivanka. He did not want to offend her. He
Jonah narrowed his eyes while questioning Michael. Still, Michael did not respond to him. Ivanka pursed her lips. She looked displeased when she answered Jonah, “Jonah, there’s no need to speak so harshly. Do you still want me to treat your legs?” She had temporarily made Michael mute. She did that to stop Michael from talking endlessly about those things. Nonetheless, he had still insisted on coming along with her, only to end up being targeted by Jonah. Ivanka had no intention of making Michael mute in front of Jonah. Upon hearing Ivanka’s words, Jonah looked at where she currently stood. She stood in front of Michael. It looked like she was trying to protect him more. As the saying went, true love was portrayed in hard times. This saying was true indeed. It was true that Ivanka cared about Michael. Jonah said gently to Ivanka, “I want you to treat my legs, and I only speak harshly to specific people. I already showed him much respect when he barged into my terri
Michael remained resolute.Ivanka rolled her eyes. “Then stay stubborn. I’ll only fix it when you stop pushing me away.”After she was done speaking, she turned to leave.Michael followed.He even opened the passenger door and got in her car. He was determined to follow her.But Ivanka would not go easy on him.Once inside, she warned him coldly, “Not being able to speak is harder than you think. Follow if you want. Michael, are you sure about this?”Even after her warning, he kept staring straight ahead.She said nothing more and started the engine.Within half an hour, she arrived at Jonah’s mansion.Jonah came out to greet her personally. The moment Ivanka parked the car, Jonah immediately spotted Michael in the passenger seat.The sight of him stirred up bitterness in Jonah. Yet there was nothing he could do.Before Ivanka exited the car, she said to Michael, “Wait here.”Without glancing at him, she walked straight toward Jonah.Her attitude made Michael decide t