Kisa looked puzzled.'I really think that I don't feel sick other than my stomach hurting a little.'Why do I need to stay in bed?'She was extremely confused. But, she did not dare to get up. 'If I make him unhappy, he'd be mad at me again.'After lying down for a short while, Gilbert came in again.This time, he was holding a bowl of hot soup.He strode toward her. When he saw her using her phone in the bed, he could not help but frown. "Just close your eyes and rest when you're lying down. It'll not only hurt your eyes when you use your phone this way, and it also emits radiation."Gilbert took her phone away as he said that.Mia could not take it anymore. She got up and asked him, "Gilbert, what are you doing? You bought me clothes and shoes. Then, you asked me to stay in bed and rest. And, you don't even let me use my phone now. What the hell are you doing?"Gilbert pursed his lips tightly as he sat at the side of the bed. He then handed her a bowl of soup. "Drink it. It'
Gilbert nodded. "Just do a checkup with him. It's okay. It's for your own good."Kisa did as she was told, although she had doubts. Luckily, she had just changed into casual wear, and she just needed to lift her shirt up a little to reveal a tad of her tummy.Kelvin immediately saw a scar on her abdomen. He glanced at Gilbert and saw that he, too, was staring at Kisa's scar. He coughed to clear his throat as he fiddled with the instruments to examine Kisa. "This scar on your stomach wasn't treated properly at first, was it?""Well, at the time of losing the child, I felt so sad and ran around like crazy under a heavy downpour, so the wound festered," she said indifferently. Her tone did not have many undulations, as if she was talking about someone else's story.Gilbert subconsciously clenched his hands, as his heart ached.Kelvin pursed his lips and then said, "Don't think about the past anymore. I will find some ointment for you after this to get rid of this scar.""It's okay.
Kelvin sat lazily on the couch. "I came all the way here just to give your woman a checkup, yet you didn't even make me a cup of coffee."Gilbert heard this and said nothing. He went over to make him a cup of coffee.Kelvin smiled with satisfaction, as this was the first time Gilbert had made him coffee. He sipped his coffee slowly, deliberately keeping Gilbert in suspense.Gilbert looked at him for a long time. After not getting an answer for a long time, he ran out of patience and snatched the cup from Kelvin's hand. "Tell me what happened to the baby in her womb."Kelvin pouted. "How can you be so mean when you're begging me?""Don't test my patience." Gilbert was mad. He knew that Kelvin was being deliberate, knowing he was eager to know. If it was not because Kelvin was his buddy, he would have punched him in the face.Seeing that Gilbert was furious, Kelvin stopped messing with him and showed him the ultrasound report that he had just taken. Then, he took Kisa's blood sampl
Kelvin suddenly hummed in puzzlement while Gilbert was deep in thought.Gilbert frowned and quickly asked, "What's wrong? Is something wrong?""No, no, no." Kelvin shook his head quickly. "Nothing is wrong. It's just that the test results from her blood are all good, so there shouldn't be any signs of preterm miscarriage. Could it be because she knocked her abdomen into something?"Gilbert was none the wiser and asked, "What do you mean?""Oh, nothing. Just be more careful in the future and try not to bump her belly into anything. She is in the early stages of pregnancy, which is critical."Gilbert nodded.Seeing that Gilbert still looked worried, Kelvin said with amusement, "Come on, don't worry about it. Her health data is really good. This proves that there is nothing wrong with the baby. It should be that she accidentally bumped her belly into something, which caused a minor bleeding occurrence. There should be no problem."Gilbert was still not convinced, even though Kelvin
"Slow down. Don't be so reckless."His yell stumped her again. Kisa wondered why he thought she was doing something dangerous when she was just casually getting out of bed. She frowned and could not help but become suspicious. She went to his side, looked at his serious face, and cautiously asked, "Gilbert, do I have some kind of terminal illness?"Gilbert frowned and angrily said, "Can you say something nicer? Why do you always have to curse yourself?""It's not that I want to curse myself. But, your behavior in the past two days was too strange. When Kelvin examined me just now, it also felt strange. It felt like you two had something to hide from me," Kisa said, taking a deep breath. "Just tell me what kind of incurable illness I have. If it's not a very serious illness, why do you suddenly take such good care of me? Is it because I'm dying, so you are suddenly being so nice to me?"The more Kisa said, the angrier Gilbert became. But, he held back his anger, put the meal on the
He was just upset that she was taking revenge on him for Jensen that morning. To avenge Jensen, Kisa had shown him no mercy. She really wanted to kill him. So, he was holding a grudge about this.Before Kisa could say anything else, Gilbert had already stridden outside. So, she choked back her words and grimaced. 'Didn't he say he wouldn't complain? Now what? He is filled with resentment,' she said in her mind."Hmph, I thought you wouldn't come down for dinner," Madalyn snorted in resentment as soon as Gilbert came down the stairs. "Is that woman crippled or what? She needs you to bring the meal up to her? She is so pretentious.""Grandma, she is really not feeling well," Gilbert came over and said earnestly. "She has to take a good rest during this period. I hope you will stop targeting her."Madalyn got even angrier and forced her cutlery down on the table. "What do you mean? You want me to put up with her attitude? She is alive and kicking. What illness could she have? She is j
"My poor great-grandchild is dead, yet you want me to do something for their sake? Are you trying to make me sad on purpose?!"Madalyn said while sadly wiping her tears.Gilbert chuckled, "Who said it's dead?"Madalyn froze and looked at him in shock. "What do you mean? The baby...""The baby is still in her stomach. The miscarriage incident a few days ago was to tackle Sharon. Kisa didn't actually have a miscarriage."Gilbert did not tell Madalyn about Kisa's fake pregnancy to prevent her from hating Kisa even more.'Telling grandma that the baby's still there is enough. That way, grandma will stop putting Kisa in a tight spot. Besides, she'll be happy,' he thought.As expected, a smile instantly appeared on Madalyn's face. She grabbed Gilbert's hand excitedly and said, "Really? Is the baby really still alive?"Gilbert nodded with a smile. "But, you need to keep this a secret and not tell anyone, including Kisa.""Why? Doesn't she know that she's pregnant?" Madalyn asked perp
Kisa's mood, which just got relaxed, was tense once again. Her whole body also turned stiff.The man practically embraced her entire body in his arms. His warm hands covered her belly and gently caressed it.Kisa thought he wanted to do it again, so she could not help but remind him, "Gilbert, I... I'm on my period.""Mhm, I know."Gilbert answered indifferently. It made her sound as if she had imagined things.Kisa's face burned up slightly.She felt even warmer with the burning-hot chest pressed against her back.Kisa moved to the side again. However, the man pulled her back with his strong arms."If you scoot any further, you'll fall to the ground."Then, he moved backward while hugging her, ensuring that she had sufficient space on her side and would not fall off the bed."Go to sleep. Don't worry. I won't touch you," Gilbert said.Suddenly he released her and pulled a few inches away.Kisa was perplexed at his inconsistent attitude.At first, she really wanted to slee
In a small town in the South, a gentle breeze caressed the cheeks of passersby, creating a pleasant and serene atmosphere. This town, known for its tourism, was adorned with flowers even in its narrow alleys. The surrounding houses were all quaint inns, exuding a poetic and picturesque charm.Beneath an arching bridge, Kisa set up an easel to display and sell her paintings. She had always loved painting since childhood. Although she had not achieved great success in this field, her vivid and evocative paintings were very popular with tourists. She would sell most of her paintings every day.On weekends, Blake would join her at the stall, but today was Wednesday, and she was alone. After arranging her paintings, she had barely sat down when people began to gather around. Some admired her art, while others immediately offered to buy. Her paintings were reasonably priced, which attracted many customers."Miss, I'd like that painting of the snow-covered rose garden at night.""Alright,
In the backyard, Kohen looked at his older brother's calm expression, a hint of worry in his voice. "Bro, are you alright?""I'm fine," Hayes said, adjusting the blanket on his lap. "Tomorrow, take me to meet those medical geniuses you found.""Oh, sure..." Kohen nodded in agreement, but after a moment, he could not help but ask, "Bro, what did that woman say to you that made you change your mind so suddenly?"Hayes gazed at the stars in the sky, his voice cool and distant. "She told me she's doing well, very happy. Then she pointed out how pitiful and miserable I am right now. She asked me if I don't feel envious, knowing how well she is doing compared to me."Kohen grimaced, realizing that the woman had provoked his brother into action.Hayes lowered his eyes, a faint smile on his face. "That's right. How could I not be envious? So, I want to heal my legs, live a good life, and show her that I can do better than her."Kohen felt a pang of sympathy for his brother. From Hayes's
Mentioning Hayes, Eylul's expression became complex. "Hayes is reclusive and doesn't like to see people. Only a single old servant has been taking care of him all these years. I only met him once, back when I married Kohen."Mia's heart ached, recalling the enigmatic yet deeply emotional man. She could not help but feel a lump in her throat. "How's his health?" Mia asked.Eylul replied, "His health is fine, but his legs have remained the same. Kohen has found top orthopedic experts for him and even sought out Kelvin Hoover from Calthon, but he refuses treatment. For so many years, he hasn't even stepped outside the backyard.""You mean he's been living in the backyard all this time?" Jensen asked gravely.Eylul nodded. "Yes, Kohen wanted him to live in the main house, but he refused. He only likes staying in the backyard. Moreover, the room he stays in used to be..." Eylul glanced at Mia. She had heard that Mia used to live in that room.With a complicated expression, Mia pursed h
"Let's forget everything that just happened,' Mia said.Jensen looked up at her. In the moonlight, his eyes were deep and complex, profound and unfathomable.Mia tried to muster a smile. "You don't have to feel burdened. In a way, I forced you. And you must have always disliked me. Actually, I didn't come to you for money; I just wanted to see you. Now that I have, I should go. Jensen, from now on... take care."With that, she walked away, fearing that if she lingered any longer, she would not be able to leave. But after only a few steps, she was embraced from behind.Jensen's voice was low and hoarse. "Stay with me."Mia trembled at his words. Jensen continued. "But I still have so many things to do and someone in my heart I can't let go of. I don't know... when I will be able to give you a satisfactory answer. If you don't want to stay with me without any promises or guarantees, you can—""I'm willing," Mia blurted out, "as long as I can be with you, I don't care about anything
Mia's face changed instantly. " You... you know I like Jensen, why would you...""Heh, if you like Jensen, shouldn't you be willing to do anything for him? If you can't even do this, how can you claim to love him?""I won't do it! Doing this would be betraying Jensen. I would risk my life for him, but I can't do this."Adrien stared at her flushed face and gently chuckled, his words loaded with meaning. "Aren't you feeling all hot and bothered yet?"Mia frowned. Her body was indeed getting hotter and more agitated. 'Why would Adrien ask this? Could it be the drink...?'As the thought crossed her mind, her heart sank. Seeing Adrien's cold expression and the man's playful smile, Mia turned and ran. But before she could take more than a few steps, she was dragged back. Weakened by the drink, her desperate struggles were futile. As the man pressed her down, playing with her like a toy, she closed her eyes in despair. She thought she could never face Jensen again. With a bitter laugh,
Adrien Tanner, Jensen's father, stood before Mia with a warm smile. "My son is truly awkward when it comes to matters of the heart. He's even willing to refuse such a beautiful young woman like you."Mia stared at him, her tears suddenly streaming down her face. "I only wanted to see him, even if it was to face rejection. Wouldn't it better to say it clearly to my face?""Yes, it would." Adrien agreed. "But standing here stubbornly won't help, because he left on a business trip a couple of days ago."Mia's heart ached even more, realizing that Jensen had avoided using the front door just to evade her.Adrien continued. "I have a way to make him come to you willingly, but it depends on whether you're willing to cooperate."Mia nodded. "What do I have to do?"Adrien motioned to his bodyguard, who handed him a glass of wine. "Drink this," he said.Mia furrowed her brow, hesitant.Adrien gently patted her shoulder, like a father would."Don't be afraid. I won't harm you. From the
Filled with guilt, Mia stepped forward, but Kohen suddenly pulled out a handgun and aimed it at her."Get out!"Jensen pulled Mia back. He looked at the cold man before him. It was this man who had taken him in years ago. At that time, Kohen was young, a carefree and privileged young man. Now, he seemed to have grown up all at once, his eyes colder and more distant.Jensen said with a troubled expression, "If you ever need me in the future, don't hesitate to find me."Kohen sneered coldly; pain etched in his brow. He mocked himself. "I never should have taken you in back then. In the end, it was I who harmed my own brother."Jensen pursed his lips, not knowing what to say, only feeling an unbearable pain in his heart. It was the first time he felt he owed someone. That sense of indebtedness suffocated him."Get out, and don't let me see you two ever again."On that night, Jensen and Mia left the McCray family. As a result of Hayes's ordeal, the McCray family underwent tremendous
"What on earth happened?"Jensen did not speak. Mia choked out. "The collaboration between the Burton family and the McCray family was a trap. We were ambushed by the Burton family, and Hayes... he was hit by a car trying to save us.""Damn it!" Kohen cursed under his breath, abruptly pulling a knife from a nearby bodyguard and pointing it at them. "What are your lives worth? Why would my brother save you? Why?"Mia bit her lip, tears streaming down her face. 'It's my fault. I wanted to save Jensen, but I should have gone alone. I shouldn't have dragged Hayes into this. He seemed cold-blooded and heartless, and I never thought that he would risk his life for me. Why was he so good to me?'"Kohen..."Suddenly, a weak cry rang out. Hayes had awakened.Kohen hurriedly moved closer, gripping Hayes's hand. "Bro!"Hayes's face was deathly pale. He did not look at Kohen, but instead turned his gaze to Mia. His eyes were calm. He saw Mia's red-rimmed eyes and the tears lingering there,
Hayes was sent flying by the car, his body crashing into a wall before bouncing back.Mia's entire body felt ice-cold as she trembled, yelling, "Hayes!""Kill them all!" A hoarse, aged voice suddenly rang out from the entrance. It was Curtis. He looked at Kendall's lifeless body on the ground, his eyes filled with rage, shouting, "Run them over! I want them to join my grandson in death!""Ah!" Jensen roared, disregarding the guards' swinging knives, and like a madman, charged at Curtis. Curtis's face changed, desperately pulling a nearby guard in front of him as a shield. But it was useless. Jensen, like a crazed beast, attacked anyone in his path. Soon, his knife was held against Curtis's throat.Curtis trembled all over. "Wh-What do you want?"Jensen, covered in blood with splatters on his face, looked like a demon that had emerged from a battleground. He grabbed Curtis and held him hostage in front of him. "Let us go!""Don't even think about it!" Curtis retorted angrily. "You