"You're the cause of this place." Brendan softly nibbled on her earlobe. "I am the cause?" Deirdre looked up in astonishment, not understanding.It wasn't until Brendan held her hand and led it underwater that Deirdre was scalded, causing her face to blush uncontrollably.Brendan tightened his embrace around her and said in a low voice, "You're the culprit to this. Shouldn't you be the one to resolve it?"Deirdre didn't answer. Brendan gradually pulled her closer, so close that their skin pressed against each other. The two were burning with intense heat and intertwining emotions. And she gave in.Deirdre was nearly deprived of oxygen due to the heat of the hot spring, and she was then placed on the bed.All she knew was that in the end, Brendan wrapped her in his coat and laid her on the sofa, calling a staff member to change the bedding.Deirdre felt even more unable to raise her head. Thus, she curled up on the sofa, pretending to be asleep. And in the midst of pretending, s
"Deirdre, is it unfair for you to always stay by my side? With your meticulous nature, I believe you can shine and excel anywhere. It seems that I have concealed your brilliance," Brendan said, his gaze drifting into the distance."If it were someone else, they would have showcased your talents and abilities. But I am inherently selfish, wishing to keep you hidden," he murmured.Brendan added, "Without me, perhaps you can live a better life."Upon hearing his words, Deirdre paused for a moment, then firmly grasped his large hand and calmly replied, "Brendan, many times when I consider leaving, I am not held back. By choosing to stay, I have shown that this current life is what I want. You don't have to shoulder the responsibility and burden yourself. After truly getting to know you, I have never regretted my decision."Her voice was soft, tranquil, and indifferent, resembling a spring breeze that carried sunshine and fragrance, calming the unrest and restlessness within his heart.
Brendan carefully embraced Deirdre and rested.The next day, nearing noon, Deirdre still hadn't woken up.The rain continued to pour, and the raging wind rustled the leaves. It was noon, yet the lighting was even darker than at dusk.Brendan's unease grew inexplicably. This storm couldn't have come at a worse time.Taking advantage of Deirdre's continued sleep, he put on a jacket and went outside. On his way to the dining hall, he heard a guest causing a commotion.As he passed by, the guest, with a flushed face, grumbled, "What kind of place is this? I can't go back just because of a storm? What about my million-dollar project? Can your resort afford the damages? Find a solution for me right away! I want to return to the Northern City!""We sincerely apologize, sir. We are not intentionally preventing you from leaving. However, due to the sudden storm, two large trees were uprooted and have blocked the only exit. Additionally, the heavy rain has caused several landslides, making
Brendan's heart skipped a beat, and he anxiously asked, "Why do you look so pale?"Deirdre touched her face and shook her head. "I don't know. Maybe it's because I slept too long without eating."Furrowing his brow, Brendan handed her a spoon. "Have a little bit, just to fill your stomach."Deirdre nodded and began eating the porridge.Outside, the wind grew stronger, causing everything in the courtyard to rustle.Deirdre turned her head and glanced outside, her eyes weary as they drooped. "How long will this storm last?""I don't know, but at most three days," Brendan replied, closing the curtains to avoid the unsettling sight of the howling wind."If you feel too confined in the room, I can take you to the entertainment facilities on the third floor of the central hall. There are various activities there," he suggested.Weakly, Deirdre shook her head. "Forget it. I just want to sleep."She had only eaten half of the chicken soup before losing her appetite and returning to li
"But what?" Brendan furrowed his brows, prompting the staff member to continue."The resort's medical staff is insufficient. With the sudden drop in temperature and the storm, many people have fallen ill. The current doctors are attending to the patients in line, so if it's your turn, it may be in the late hours of the night. I don't know if you can wait—""I absolutely can't wait!" Brendan's face turned icy, his voice resolute. "I can't wait for even a moment! Call the doctor immediately. I'll pay ten times the price, on the condition that the doctor arrives right away! Otherwise, none of the staff here will be able to escape the consequences if something happens to my wife."The staff member naturally understood Brendan's status and the consequences he could bring upon them. She immediately used the internal intercom to summon the resort manager and bring the doctor.After the doctor arrived, he examined Deirdre. "It's a combination of a cold and gastroenteritis. We'll need to co
"Now we definitely need to take her to the hospital, but..." the doctor trailed off, glancing outside the window. The relentless heavy rain showed no signs of letting up, making it nearly impossible to leave the resort safely and reach the hospital."We can only continue with the medication for now..." the doctor concluded, his tone tinged with helplessness.Brendan's frustration boiled over, and in a fit of anger, he swiped everything off the table, causing items to crash onto the floor. His composure shattered, and his veins bulged as he struggled to contain his emotions."Medication, medication! We just took medication earlier! Why is it getting worse?" Brendan exclaimed, his voice laced with desperation.The doctor explained, "Initially, we thought it was just gastroenteritis, but it turned out to be acute..."Brendan's gaze shifted to Deirdre, who lay on the bed in agonizing pain, her cries barely audible. Determination filled his eyes as he made a firm decision. He rose from
Brendan opened the car door and rushed into the pouring rain, tightly holding Deirdre in his arms. He used his coat to shield her face, but the relentless rain mercilessly assaulted his face. The remaining warmth was stripped away with each gust of wind, leaving countless unseen yet agonizing wounds.The downpour was so intense that Brendan could hardly keep his eyes open. The roaring of the wind and rain echoed in his ears. He felt Deirdre move in his arms and heard her weak voice."Bren… Brendan..."Relieved that Deirdre still had some sense, Brendan carefully stepped on the scattered gravel by the roadside and whispered, "Deirdre, don't be afraid. I'll take you to the hospital. I promise you'll be safe. I won't let anything happen to you."Weakly, Deirdre touched his arm, and Brendan instinctively drew closer, hearing her say, "Go back. Your body... can't endure it..."Brendan was already weakened, all because of her. Bringing Ophelia back had taken a toll on his body. He was n
"Do you believe me now, Deirdre? Are you willing to believe that I am not the person you hate?" Brendan's voice was filled with earnestness and a plea for acceptance.As Brendan opened his eyes again, the clarity returned to his dark gaze. Emotions swirled within his pitch-black irises, a tumultuous mix that mirrored his inner turmoil.Deirdre, momentarily relieved from her pain, summoned all her remaining strength to weakly reach out and grasp Brendan's sleeve. Tears streamed down her face, hidden beneath his coat."Bren... Dan..." her voice trembled with exhaustion.Brendan gently pushed aside his coat, revealing a dim figure in the darkness, a fleeting presence."Are you okay?" Deirdre asked, her voice hoarse.Brendan didn't provide a direct answer. Instead, he lowered his head and pressed a kiss to her forehead. Though his lips were cold, a faint warmth radiated from them."Do you remember what I told you before, Deirdre?" Brendan's voice held a hint of anticipation.Strugg