Coco was taken aback. Could it be possible? Given more time, could she replace Serenity's place in Lucas' heart?"If you really believe that Lucas will never fall in love with you, then how long do you think it will take for him to find someone he can truly love? It's been years since he was rejected by Serenity, yet you're the only one he found. If even you reject him, how long will it take for him to find that person you mentioned? Ten years? Twenty years? Or will he never find her? Life is short, Coco. He doesn't have an eternity to keep looking."Each word spoken by Caleb pounded on Coco's chest like a heavy boulder, making it difficult for her to breathe."Coco, I still believe that you are the only one who can pull Lucas out of despair. And he's someone you cannot miss out on. If you let him slip away because of your stubbornness, I guarantee you will regret it one day, and the regret will haunt you for the rest of your life!"Caleb spoke with unwavering conviction.Coco's g
Lucas glared at Caleb."Fine, I'll leave!" Caleb quickly said. After all, the patient's wish must be respected. He got up and headed for the door."Oh, by the way, Coco said she's only going home to grab something. She'll be back later," he added before exiting the hospital room, leaving Lucas alone.Lucas was stunned. It took him a while to regain his senses. He rubbed his forehead with a wry smile on his face.Earlier, he felt down because Coco was gone, and now, his mood was soaring after hearing what Caleb said.These fluctuations in his emotions were all due to Coco.What's wrong with him?... Although he liked Coco, this was too...Suddenly, the hospital room door swung open once again."Back already? Do you have something else to say?" Lucas sighed, assuming it was Caleb returning."Um... If you don't like me being here, I can stay outside," a timid voice spoke.Lucas froze. He looked up at the person standing by the door.She had a backpack slung over her shoulder and
Coco pursed her lips as she set her sketchbook aside, silently observing Lucas. Did she really want to let him slip away? And how long would it take for him to find someone he could truly love? She feared that jealousy might destroy their relationship, that his love for Serenity was too deep, that he would never truly fall in love with her.In this relationship, she feared many things.But... was she really going to let it end like this? Coco's hand instinctively reached out to gently stroke Lucas' cheek, feeling his warmth beneath her touch."Lucas, can I really do it?" she whispered, seeking an answer from him, but also asking herself.Lucas suddenly furrowed his brow, and he tossed his head from side to side with an uneasy expression on his face. "Coco... no..." he muttered.Coco was taken aback. Was he having a nightmare? And he's dreaming of her?She noticed a thin layer of sweat forming on his forehead, and the temperature of his skin beneath her hand seemed to be ris
Lucas, please let go so that the nurse can take your temperature," Coco persuaded."Don't jump, don't... I don't want to lose you... Coco, don't jump..." he continued to mumble."Alright, alright, I won't jump, I won't leave you," she said, unsure of the situation but decided to assure him. "Just let go for a moment so the nurse can take your temperature and check on you, alright?"Finally, her words seemed to get through to him. Slowly, his grip loosened, and Coco breathed a sigh of relief. The nurse quickly measured Lucas' temperature with a thermometer."103 degrees," she reported.Indeed, he had a fever.The nurse promptly informed the doctor.Lucas held Coco's hand the entire time. His eyes were half open, seemingly looking at her, yet lacking focus. He continued to murmur, "Don't jump... Coco, don't jump..."Soon, the doctor arrived, and Coco anxiously inquired, "Doctor, what's happening to him? He keeps saying incoherent things, and earlier... I think he had a nightmare.
"You're awake. Are you feeling alright?" Coco asked with concern."What happened to me?" Lucas inquired. He felt weak, and he was sweating all over."You had a fever last night. The doctor gave you an injection and an IV drip," she explained. "Thank goodness your fever has subsided. The nurse will come to check your temperature soon.""You stayed by my side all night?" he asked.She shyly smiled in response.His attention then shifted to their tightly intertwined hands. He immediately realized something and asked, "Have I been holding your hand the whole time?""You had a nightmare yesterday and kept calling my name. You held my hand and wouldn't let go," Coco curiously asked, "What did you dream about? Why did you keep telling me not to jump?"His face turned pale, and his gaze shifted to their intertwined hands as his grip involuntarily tightened. "I dreamt of you standing on the edge of a cliff, about to jump. I shouted desperately and ran over to try to grab you, but... it's
Although she left early, she was actually hiding in the shadows, looking on as his parents arrived to pick him up. She watched him get into the car and watched the car drive away from the hospital.She couldn't quite explain why she chose to hide. Perhaps she feared the awkwardness of facing his parents, or maybe... there were still unresolved matters within herself. She needed time to think it through before deciding how to approach the situation.After leaving the hospital, Coco hailed a taxi and headed to the Valor Residence. Serenity had already been discharged and was recovering at home.When she arrived at the Valor Residence, she learned that Jackson had left for work while the triplets were at kindergarten, but Serenity and her newborn daughter were home.Serenity was currently lying in bed, while the baby was in a crib, being cared for by a nanny.As soon as Serenity saw Coco, she greeted her with a smile. "Come, Coco, have a seat!""How are you doing?" Coco asked."I
"Then, when you two get married, make sure to give me a thank you gift," Serenity joked.Coco chuckled. Get married, huh... Would she have that kind of future with Lucas, she wondered.After chatting for over an hour with Serenity, Coco stood up to take her leave.When she descended the stairs, she ran into Jackson who had just got home.Jackson looked up and greeted her. "Coco, it's been a while.""It hasn't been that long," Coco responded. "I came to visit Serenity and the baby.""I see," Jackson suddenly mentioned, "I heard that you and Lucas broke up."Coco tensed up. "Mr. Valor, what are you trying to say?""Nothing. I simply hope that it won't impact Serenity's recovery. Apart from that, it's not of much importance to me," Jackson stated calmly.Coco observed the man in front of her. He had the power to influence the city, yet, for him, the only thing that truly mattered was Serenity.As a woman herself, Coco would be lying if she said she wasn't envious."I agree," Co
The other end of the phone fell silent. After a moment, his voice came through, "My injuries are almost healed. You don't have to feel obligated to visit me."Coco took a deep breath and said, "I'm not visiting you because I feel obligated. I have something important to tell you.""You can say it over the phone," Lucas replied."I would prefer to say it in person," Coco insisted. He wanted him to know that she's serious."Okay, I'll send someone to pick you up," he agreed."No need, I'll be right there. Wait for me!" Coco hastily ended the call.Lucas stared at the phone. He wondered what she wanted to tell him. He hesitated to have any expectations, fearing that he would be disappointed.Coco hailed a cab and arrived at Lucas' mansion not long after. After pressing the doorbell, a servant greeted her."Miss Souza, right? The young master is waiting for you. Please follow me," the servant informed.Coco followed the servant into the house and entered the living room.Lucas