But we have to wait for her to get out of the coma before we can start any further treatment."Iris felt her world crumbling as she stared at the doctor, unable to process the magnitude of what she had just heard. Her mother's condition had deteriorated, and she needed a kidney transplant. The guilt of hiding her marriage weighed heavily on her heart, and now her mother was in a coma. She was speechless. She didn’t know what to say. Words escaped her, and the world around her began to spin as she felt utterly defeated."Iris, are you okay?" Skylar's voice cut through the fog of her thoughts.Iris nodded weakly, wiping away the tears that had begun to fall anew. "Yes, Sky, I'll be fine. I just need a moment.”The doctor cleared his throat gently. "We will continue to monitor your mother closely, and we'll keep you updated on any changes. In the meantime, you should try to get some rest and take care of yourself."Iris nodded again, barely hearing his words. She felt numb as she follo
The weight of her mother’s condition, combined with the complexities of her own life, felt unbearable.Just then, the door opened, and Dr. Evans walked in, carrying a clipboard. He looked at the two women, a sympathetic expression on his face.“How are you holding up?” Dr. Evans asked, looking directly at Iris.“We’re managing,” Iris replied, her voice barely above a whisper. “Any change in her condition?” Dr. Evans shook his head. “Not yet, but we’re monitoring her closely. Sometimes, it takes time for the body to heal.”Iris swallowed hard, fighting back tears. “Is there anything we can do? Anything at all?”Dr. Evans sighed. “Just keep talking to her. Sometimes, coma patients can hear what’s going on around them. Your presence and your voice might help.”Skylar nodded, squeezing Iris’s hand. “We’ll be here, doctor. We won’t leave her.”After Dr. Evans left, Iris sank into the chair next to her mother’s bed, exhausted both physically and emotionally. “Sky, I don’t know how much lo
They sat on the couch, the tension between them palpable."I've missed you,"Dr. Parker whispered, his hand gently caressing her cheek. She smiled, leaning into his touch. "I've missed you too. It's been too long." Dr. Parker sighed, his expression turning serious. "This is getting harder, honey, the secrecy, the lies. It's taking a toll on both of us."she nodded, her eyes reflecting the same weariness. "I know. But what choice do we have? We can't let anyone find out yet. It would destroy everything.”They sat on the couch, their hands entwined, a glass of wine each in their hands.“And that is why we need to act fast, we should have ended him when you had the chance,” she said.Dr. Parker looked at her, his eyes filled with a mixture of desire and guilt.” I wanted to but you asked me to hold on, remember?.I can’t help how I feel about you, seeing you with them as a family keeps breaking me”.She sighed, resting her head on his shoulder. “I know. I feel the same way. But it’s so comp
Iris didn't know what to say. For the first time in a long while, she felt a glimmer of hope. "Thank you," she said quietly.Ryan nodded. "Let's just focus on getting your mom better."The next 24 hours were a whirlwind of activity. Her mother was transported to the hospital, and the medical team prepared for the surgery. Iris and Skylar stayed by their mother's side, praying for a miracle.As the surgery began, Iris sat in the waiting room, her nerves on edge. Ryan sat beside her, offering silent support. Hours later, the doctor emerged from the operating room. "The surgery was a success," he announced. "Your mother is stable and will need close monitoring, but she's going to be okay."Tears of relief streamed down Iris's face. "Thank you, Doctor. Thank you so much."Ryan squeezed her hand gently. "She's going to be okay, Iris."For the first time in what felt like forever, Iris allowed herself to hope. "Yes, she is. And maybe, just maybe, things will start getting better.”Back
"Sarah, please call me when he gets back. Here's my number." She handed Sarah a card.Sarah took it with a nod. As Bella left, Sarah quickly picked up her phone and dialed a number. "Hello, sir. There's something I need to tell you……."Bella, confused and angry, He isn't at the office nor is he at home. She stopped by a bar to clear her mind with a drink. She needed to figure out her next move.Bella's mind replayed every interaction she’d had with Ryan, each moment stoking her determination.She would not be sidelined so easily. This pregnancy was her trump card, and she intended to use it to secure her place in Ryan’s life once and for all.Back inside the mansion, Sarah closed the door with a satisfied smile. She twirled around the empty house, pleased with how she had handled Bella’s intrusion. At the hospital, Iris sat by her mother’s bedside, her hand gently resting on Jessica’s. The room was filled with the soft beeping of medical monitors and the faint scent of antiseptic.
Her thoughts are a whirlwind of anger and desperation. “I need to act fast,” she muttered to herself. “I can’t let Iris ruin everything I’ve worked for.”She gulped down her drink, her mind formulating a plan. Sarah, having finished her call, continued her duties, the secret conversation weighing on her mind. She knew that the information she had shared could have significant repercussions, but she also knew it was the right thing to do.As night fell, Ryan and Iris remained by Jessica's side, their bond growing stronger with each passing moment. Unbeknownst to them, the storm brewing outside the hospital walls threatened to upend their fragile peace.Meanwhile, Bella’s mind was a whirlwind of schemes and plans. She needed to ensure that Ryan accepted the pregnancy, but she had to do it in a way that would guarantee he would choose her over Iris. Days turned into week with still no word from Ryan, and Bella grew increasingly anxious. She had expected Ryan to reach out to her and k
“Bella, what are you doing here?” he asked, his tone guarded..Bella pushed past him, stepping into the foyer. “We need to talk, Ryan.”Ryan closed the door behind her, his expression unreadable. “Alright, what’s this about?”Bella took a deep breath, steeling herself. “I’m pregnant, Ryan. And it’s your child.”“I’ve taken multiple tests. There’s no doubt about it.” Bella said her voice steady.Ryan ran a hand through his hair, his mind racing. “This… this changes everything.”Bella stepped closer, her eyes pleading. “Ryan, I know this complicates things, but we need to figure out what to do. We can’t ignore this.”Ryan sighed, his shoulders slumping. “I need some time to think, Bella. This is a lot to process.”Bella’s heart sank, but she nodded. “I understand. But please, don’t take too long. We need to make a plan.”Ryan nodded, his mind clearly elsewhere. “I’ll call you soon, Bella. I promise.”As Bella left the mansion, she couldn’t shake the feeling of unease that had settled in h
“Oh, Ken, stop comparing my daughter to that whore. She has class and taste, unlike Iris.”“Honey,” Mrs. Rose said, walking close to him and holding his hands, “we’re supposed to be happy and celebrate. We finally get what we wanted. You can finally release the empire to Ryan.”Mr. Kendrick looked at his wife, not knowing what else to say. “This isn’t right, Rose,” he said finally, going back to his newspaper.“Don’t worry, honey. Leave it to me,” she said, picking up her phone and walking out of the room. Once she was outside, she dialed a number. “Hello, I have a job for you. Don’t fail me this time.”Bella couldn’t shake her excitement as she drove home. Her plan was unfolding perfectly.Later that evening, Mr. Kendrick sat alone in his study, his mind a storm of conflicting thoughts. The news of Bella’s pregnancy had shaken him to his core. He couldn’t understand how his son could be so reckless, even within the confines of a contracted marriage.Mrs. Rose entered the room quiet