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Lyla’s POVI cried until I couldn’t produce any more tears. I felt empty, as if the grief had drained every bit of emotion from me. Jace had been rushed into surgery, and I had run right alongside the stretcher that carried him, desperate to stay close. But then we hit a point where they wouldn’t let me through.“I’m sorry, ma’am, you have to wait in the lobby. You can’t come in here,” the nurse told me with a stern look.Her words were like a knife to my chest. I couldn’t fathom the idea of sitting idly outside while the surgeons worked to save him. I wanted to be with him, to hold his hand, to somehow reassure him that I was still here, still fighting for him. But the nurse’s expression remained unmoving.“Please, I need to be with him. I need to hold his hand,” I begged through my sobs, my voice cracking with desperation. I could see the pity in her eyes, but she didn’t relent.“Ma’am, if you want your husband to have a chance, you need to let us do our job,” she said, her tone col
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Lyla’s POVThe hospital was eerily quiet, save for the sound of Bailey sobbing softly beside me. I could feel her fingers gently stroking my hair, the warmth of her touch a comfort even in my half-conscious state. My eyelids fluttered, and slowly, my vision began to clear. The first thing I noticed was the ceiling. It looked so strange, unfamiliar, as if I was seeing it for the first time. For a few seconds, my brain struggled to comprehend what had happened to me. Why was I here? Why did everything feel so... off?I stayed still, not moving, barely making a sound. I wasn’t sure if I was even supposed to be awake. But then, I let out a faint groan, and that’s when Bailey noticed. Her voice broke through the silence, relief flooding her tone.“Oh my God, you’re awake!” She rushed to call the doctor, her words frantic but laced with love. I wanted to speak, to call out her name, but my body felt like it was made of lead. I couldn’t move, couldn’t even lift my head. My mouth was numb, as
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Lyla’s POVThe hospital had turned into a fortress. Reporters flooded the grounds, desperate for a glimpse of Jace after hearing that he had regained consciousness. His mother had made sure that every possible entrance was guarded, and only those with VIP access were allowed into the hospital’s designated areas. She had instructed her men to maintain tight security—no one was getting in without permission.I wasn’t surprised by her actions; she always had a firm grip on the reins. But that didn’t stop me from wanting to see Jace. She wasn’t letting me near him, and it tore at my heart knowing there wasn’t much he could do from a hospital bed. He needed me, and I needed him. The only way I could speak with him now was through someone who still had access to his room—Collins.Collins was Jace’s right-hand man, his closest ally. They had been friends since childhood, and now, as Jace’s personal assistant, he was the only person allowed direct access to him in the hospital. Over the past
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Lyla’s POVSasha was taken aback when I slapped her, clearly not expecting me to react that way. She had assumed I’d be passive, letting her do whatever she wanted. But as soon as she crossed the line, I didn’t hesitate. The slap brought her back to reality.“How dare you raise your hands to me?” I demanded, my voice cold and steady.The shock on Sasha’s face was evident, but her anger quickly followed. She stepped toward me, but before she could get any closer, Bailey positioned herself between us, a clear warning in her posture.“Don’t even think about it,” Bailey said, her voice firm. “If you try anything, it won’t end well for you.”Sasha glared at her. “And who are you?”“I’m Lyla’s sister,” Bailey said, unflinching. “And if you keep treating people like this, you’ll regret it. Mrs. Maddy here is like family, and you spilled your drink on her without an ounce of decency. I won’t stand by and watch that. The next time you try this, I will beat you to a pulp and what I would do to
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Lyla's POVFor some reason, I felt a wave of panic wash over me. I couldn’t pinpoint why, but I knew whatever was coming wasn’t good. Jace’s mother was about to make a mountain out of a molehill, and I had a sinking feeling in my stomach. Bailey noticed the sudden shift in my mood and raised an eyebrow.“Did you see something? Why the change in mood?” she asked, concern in her voice.“Jace just got discharged from the hospital,” I replied, trying to sound casual, but the words felt heavy.“Oh, wow! That’s exciting!” Bailey said, her eyes lighting up. “You should be thrilled, right? Why are you frowning? Aren’t you happy your husband’s coming home?”“I am happy, it’s just…” I hesitated, trying to find the right words. “Jace’s mom is coming to the house too, and Sasha already reported what happened today to her. You know she doesn’t like me, and she’ll make a huge deal out of everything.”Bailey frowned and placed a reassuring hand on my shoulder. “That shouldn’t bother you at all. You
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Lyla’s POVIt had been two months since Jace was discharged from the hospital, and things had been anything but peaceful. Sasha had moved in with us, and she was a force to be reckoned with—an endless storm of drama and desperation. Every day, she seemed to find a new way to get Jace’s attention. Whether it was cooking for him or coming into his room to remind him to take his medication, nothing seemed to work. No matter what she did, Jace ignored her, constantly putting her in her place whenever she overstepped.His mother had recently gifted her another engagement ring—a diamond so large that it made mine look tiny by comparison. I didn’t care, though. I knew what was real between Jace and me, and no shiny rock could change that.Sasha, however, seemed determined to flaunt the ring at every opportunity, especially around me. I could see her trying to provoke a reaction, but I remained unfazed. I had bigger things to focus on—like Jace.One morning, I was sitting in the bed room with
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Lyla’s POVThe drama with Sasha wasn’t completely over, but we had managed to make it through the day. Mrs. Maddy was back, and she took over the kitchen, making a wonderful dinner for us. I had already made pasta for lunch, but when Mrs. Maddy arrived, she seamlessly took charge. Jace, as usual, wouldn’t let me lift a finger.When I brought his dinner up to him, he was sitting with his back against the bed, absorbed in his computer screen.“You can’t be serious, Jace,” I said, raising an eyebrow as I stepped into the room. “What do you think you’re doing?”“Working, of course,” he replied, not even looking at me.“Are you kidding me?” I huffed. “You want your mother to have my head on a platter?” I reached for the laptop, but he swiftly turned it away from me.“What do you think you’re doing?” he asked, his voice mildly annoyed.“Stopping you from working,” I shot back.“Stop acting like my mum,” he said, his tone soft but firm. “I’m not invalid. I’m a grown man, and I can take care
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Lyla’s POVA wave of panic swept over me as Bailey fussed around my closet, trying to help me pick out an outfit. I could feel my anxiety building, tightening in my chest. It was like a storm that I couldn’t control. I'd never been this anxious before, and I struggled to get a grip on my emotions."If you don’t calm down, you’re going to wet yourself," Bailey said, rolling her eyes. She glanced at a peach-colored blazer, holding it up in front of me. "Why are you shaking like you just caught a cold?""I have to present at a board meeting," I muttered, trying to steady my breath. "Jace’s family doesn’t even like me. His father, uncle, mom... they’re all on the board. What if they try to tear me down when I present? What if I mess it up? Is this really a good idea? Should I just turn it down?" My hand pressed against my forehead, and I could barely breathe. I felt like I might pass out."You're overthinking this. You're intelligent, you’re smart, and you’ve done presentations before," B
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Bailey's POV The guest bathroom was quiet, too quiet. Bailey stood over the sink, clutching her phone like it might burn her skin. Her thumb hovered over the number.“K.”No last name. No picture. No call history before now.She opened the contact.Nothing but a blank number. No clues. No metadata. Just one thing: the message had come from that number moments before the call was logged.Her heart thudded. She could hear laughter outside the door—her family, the new found peace. She didn’t want to disrupt that. Not again.But the name. "Protected Asset".Why her?There was a time when she believed everything Lyla told her. That they were simply survivors of a dangerous time. That they had gotten lucky. That the world was finally safe again. But the older Bailey got, the more her instincts sharpened—and they had been whispering for months now.There were gaps in her story.Memories that felt inserted. Emotions that didn’t align. And now this strange call that she didn’t make.Outside t
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The Thanksgiving HourLyla's POV The scent of cinnamon and toasted rosemary drifted through the house like a calming melody, wrapping each room in a warmth that made time appear to stretch. The living room boomed with the soft hum of old jazz records playing on a speaker Lyla refused to replace. In the backyard, the kids laughed with joy, their laughter riding the swing set into the soft golden light of late afternoon.Inside the kitchen, Lyla stood over the mashed potatoes, her sleeves rolled up and her face dripping of sweat which she wiped off occasionally with her elbow.She stirred them methodically, humming along with the music while her apron—one Claire had gifted her years ago that read Master of the House—absorbs the chaos of cooking.“Hey!” Chad called from the stove at the other side of the kitchen. “Do sweet potatoes burn faster if you stare at them?”Lyla laughed. “Yes. The potatoes can sense fear.”Bailey entered with her hair up in a high ponytail and two pies balance
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Bailey's POV The rain came down in a quiet drizzle as Bailey wandered the campus garden, the fog from her breath mingling with the early morning chill. Her textbooks were still in her bag, unread. Sleep had eluded her. Not from exams or stress.But because of that dream again.The same hallway. White tile. The same phrase clung into her memory like a scar.“She was never supposed to know.”She had not told anyone yet, not even Lyla. But last night, she had stayed late in the medical lab and submitted a sample for a DNA test—one she had been carrying around in her mind for months but never had the courage to confront.She will have the results by tonight.And a feeling deep in her chest told her nothing would be the same after that.Jace paced in the hidden room beneath the clinic. It had been two days since they found Becky’s twisted letter to Bailey, and still, the questions piled higher than answers.Lyla sat across him, surrounded by old files. A folder already damaged with water
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Jace POV The next morning, the sun was already hot against the windows of Karev Medical & Wellness center. Jace had barely managed three hours of sleep.Lyla made him coffee while reviewing files. Neither spoke about the trapdoor, the lily, or the voice message just yet. Not until they had more information.The bell above the door chimed.Jace looked up—and froze.An elderly man in a tailored navy coat stepped inside. He walked with a slow, deliberate limp. Silver hair, sharp eyes. Something about him screamed military or something worse.The man held out a letter. “Dr. Jace Karev?”“Yes,” Jace said carefully.“I was told you’re the only one who can help.”Jace opened the letter.It was hand-written. “This man should be dead. On record, he is. But he isn’t. Help him—and you’ll start to understand what they erased from your past.Don’t trust the files.From_A Friend.”Jace gasped. “Who gave you this?”The man looked around nervously. “She told me to come here. A woman with short dark
Married To My Husband's Sworn Enemy Chapter 151
Bailey's POV The emergency lights flickered in the archive room, throwing Bailey and Callum into crimson shadows. The girl—A-11—stood eerily calm between the cabinets.Bailey’s breath hitched. She couldn’t look away.Same height. Same build. Same eyes.But there was something off about her… like a reflection bent by time and darkness.“You’re lying,” Bailey whispered. “I don’t have a sister.”“No,” the girl replied coolly, “you have an upgraded prototype.”A-11 stepped forward, lifting a finger and tapping the metal case with a smug smile. “Everything you need to know about me is in there. Right next to the pages that say you were supposed to be terminated before age five.”Bailey recoiled. “Terminated?”Callum moved protectively in front of her.The girl chuckled. “Relax. You’re useful now.”Gunshots echoed again in the distance.“They’re coming,” she added. “You have two minutes before this place gets turned into ash. Make a choice, Bailey. Come with me—or die like the others.”Bail
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Jace POVJace was overwhelmed at the quick completion of his clinic, one that he has always wanted to own but his father insisted he carries on with the family business after the demise of his elder brother.But right now, everything was finally falling into place and he couldn't be less excited.At last, he'll be able to practice as a neurologist, something he has wanted all his life.The morning air held the faint scent of rain, the pavement still damp from an early downpour. Jace stood just beneath the bronze plaque as the drill clicked off, leaving behind the last echo of steel on the brick.KAREV MEDICAL & WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Jace KarevThe words unscripted in gold glittered caught in the rising sun like a diamond carved into metal.He took a step back, arms crossed, heart beating just a little faster than he would like to admit. Not for the plaque—but for what it meant.A clean slate.He hadn’t told his father. He hasn't seen the need to. For once, Jace wasn’t chasing legacy. H
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Bailey's POVIt was the beginning of the year in medical school,Bailey Turner had never been so excited as she would finally be a neurosurgeon, it's something she had wanted right from her childhood.She got to the gate and waited beneath the arch of St. Clair Medical School’s East Wing, the frosty morning air pulling at the tips of her chestnut hair. She gripped the strap of her schoolbag as though it were a soothing relief to the tension already building within her and gazed up at the building's glass exterior. Rain had created lines on the surface resembling ghost fingers. She took a deep breath.This wasn’t just any school. It was the dream Claire had whispered into her ear since childhood. It was the life that had almost been stolen from her again and again—by shadows, betrayal, and secrets that still clung to her skin like smoke.Now? It was hers.She stepped through the door, clutching the faded photo of her, Lyla, and Claire one last time before sliding it into her coat.Room
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Becky’s POV “No, this is unacceptable. None of this makes sense,” Becky said, her voice raised as she ransacked her old hospital files. “If we are not her parents, then where did she come from?”Chad lifted a dusty box marked “Olivia – Birth.”Inside were photos, documents, the footprint card… and then—“Where’s the birth certificate?” he asked.Becky froze.“I… it was always there.”They tore through every folder, drawer, envelope. Nothing.Chad turned pale. “She must have taken it.”“Lyla?”He nodded. “She knew this day would come.”But Becky noticed something else in the box—a small piece of paper tucked inside a baby photo. It wasn’t handwritten. It was typed, and it was coded.It read:"Room 408. 11:47 p.m. Not the one she expected. Claire switched the vial."Becky’s eyes widened. “Claire again.”She immediately pulled out her phone from her purse and dialed a number. “Who are you calling?” Chad asked inquisively. “An old contact,shs said. Someone who worked night shifts that
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Lyla’s POV Lyla rose from her seat. This time, her expression faltered —just slightly.“She was never supposed to be mine,” she began quietly. “When I found out Chad cheated, I was furious. I wanted out, but I couldn’t lose everything at once. I had just discovered he was infertile.”Becky stared at her. “So you stole—”“No,” Lyla interrupted. “I made a deal.”She turned to the judge. “That hospital wasn’t just where Becky was restrained. It was where I paid to have her artificially inseminated.”Gasps exploded in the courtroom.“What?” Chad stood again. “That’s not possible. That’s not—”“She signed consent while sedated,” Lyla said. “Technically, the paperwork was in order. I chose the donor. I ensured the embryo was viable.”Becky clutched the side of the wooden chair to keep herself from falling.“You turned me into a surrogate?”Lyla didn’t blink. “You were already falling apart. I gave you purpose.”The judge stared in horror. “This… This is a criminal offense. This is beyond
