Kayla's POVI returned to my room, shedding the wet clothes that had been soaked by the snow.Afterward, I stepped into the bathroom and took a quick shower.The room was heated quite well, so I wrapped myself in a bathrobe and ventured out barefoot, making my way to the private hot spring Harrison had mentioned.To my surprise, the so-called "private hot spring" room turned out to be a luxurious suite with a spacious living area and bathroom, with the hot spring taking up just about one-third of the room's space.It looked more like an upscale suite reserved for VIP guests in this hotel.Harrison had mentioned that he had booked the entire hotel, so I guessed that this room might be reserved for the staff to enjoy the hot spring.With that thought in mind, I entered the room, turning the "Do Not Disturb" sign hanging on the exterior wall to avoid any potential embarrassment.I walked straight to the hot spring, testing the water temperature with my toe. The hot, steamy water instantl
Kayla’s POVWhen I opened my eyes again, the room plunged into darkness.The only source of light came from the white snow outside, casting a faint glow through the colored glass into the black room."What time is it?" I asked, dazed, as I sat up on the bed, searching for my phone."Here it is." Harrison unlocked my phone, glanced at the screen, and handed it to me."It's already 3:22.""So late," I rubbed my temples, still not fully recovered from exhaustion."Go back to sleep. I'll wake you up tomorrow." Harrison's voice sounded gentle and warm.I turned to look at him. Sleep had shut down my brain for a few seconds, and then I remembered what had happened between Harrison and me last night.I instinctively pulled the blanket up to cover myself."I don't want to see you suffocating under the blanket," a large hand pulled the blanket under my neck. "It's not our first time. There's nothing to be shy about."At that moment, Harrison wasn't lying in bed. He was sitting on it, leaning a
Kayla's POVEven though Harrison had mentioned that the entire top floor of the hotel was reserved for just the two of us, I didn't want to take any chances.Before the crack of dawn, I quietly slipped out from under the covers, ensuring not to disturb the sleeping Harrison.I tidied up the clothes and my phone on the floor and silently returned to my own room.At 9:00 in the morning, after having had breakfast, the staff once again gathered their props and equipment and boarded the vehicles to head to the ski resort.Since the theme of today's shoot was skiing, with the help of the staff, Harrison donned his skiing clothes and grabbed a snowboard to start the day's shoot."Yes, yes! That's it, Mr. Morris! Just like that! This shot is incredible!"Photographer Devon declined the suggestion of using a track for the camera.He held a DSLR camera and circled Harrison to find the best angles, rapidly snapping pictures.Watching the old man trudging through the snow, excited yet struggling
Kayla’s POVI hung up the phone, didn't even have time to change my shoes, and hastily pushed open the door of the small cabin, gasping for breath as I shouted out to Harrison outside."Help me, Harrison, Daisy...!"Being a novice, I didn't realize that ski boots wouldn't work in such deep snow. So, before I could finish my sentence, suddenly, I lost my balance and fell headlong into the snow."Kayla!"Harrison shouted my name loudly and ran to my side as fast as he could. He helped me up from the snowy ground, looking disheveled."What happened?"Harrison looked at me with concern."Daisy had a sudden heart palpitation! Dr. Ferrera said she needs surgery right away, and the surgery is scheduled for tomorrow! Daisy must be terrified right now... I have to get back to her and be with her... Please, Harrison, help me get back!""I understand. Don't worry. Kayla, you will be able to be with Daisy."Harrison's firm tone helped me regain some composure.I nodded and gratefully watched as H
Kayla’s POVThe black Land Rover had just come to a stop in front of the hospital.The next moment, unable to wait any longer, I swiftly opened the car door and rushed into the hospital in the pouring rain, ignoring Harrison's calls.Charlin Children's Cross Hospital had a pristine white-themed lobby that remained clean and elegant, resembling an art gallery.Graceful and dignified nurses moved quietly through the hospital.Although dressed in nurse's uniforms, they appeared more like noble girls from well-established families due to their prolonged exposure to this environment.In their presence, I, soaked from the rain with disheveled hair, looked as disheveled as a homeless person."Hey! Miss! I need to see your appointment proof; otherwise, I can't just let you in like this!"A nurse in white attire tried to stop me. Before I could explain, she had already lowered her head and timidly stepped aside.It turned out that Harrison was striding toward me, taking large steps."She's wit
Kayla’s POV"Yes."Even in the face of my questioning gaze filled with sadness, Harrison remained cold-faced and nodded without hesitation."It was me. While you were asleep last night, I unlocked your phone."When mentioning "last night," Harrison paused for a moment, his gaze drifting to Nathan by my side. After a brief moment, his eyes returned to me."I think I've told you, Kayla, not to challenge my patience and principles! But this man has repeatedly made you ignore my warnings! I will never allow my woman to be constantly coveted by other men!""Is that your explanation, Harrison?"There was a hint of sadness and grievance in my tone."You disregarded my feelings, had no trust in me, and even invaded my privacy just because you see me as your woman? Your private possession?"Harrison looked back at me, opened his mouth to say something, but hesitated when he saw the sadness in my eyes.In the end, he chose silence as his response to my questioning."Kayla, don't be sad. This ki
Kayla's POV"Mommy?"I turned around abruptly, finding a pair of timid green eyes peeking through the crack of the hospital room door.Tiny Daisy was hiding behind the door, looking anxiously at the situation outside, wearing a fearful expression on her face."Daisy!"I immediately pushed open the room's door and scooped my daughter's small body into my arms, sensing that Daisy was trembling ever so slightly."Mommy, were you guys fighting?" Fear filled Daisy's once innocent eyes.As soon as I crouched down, Daisy buried her head in my embrace.I felt a sudden pang of regret. I had been so focused on stopping the fight between Harrison and Nathan that I hadn't noticed that our argument had already awakened my daughter, who had quietly opened the hospital room door."No, Daisy, we weren't fighting, sweetheart. We were just talking.""But I saw Harrison pinning Nathan down and punching him! There was so much blood on Harrison's hand! Mommy, I'm really scared..."Daisy was so frightened
Kayla's POVAmidst anxiety and exhaustion, my emotional breakdown gradually subsided.Nevertheless, I still paid no attention to Harrison and Nathan, who were waiting with me outside the operating room. Instead, I remained fully focused on that red light, even though its glaring intensity made my eyes well up with tears on several occasions.Perhaps it was my inner hope that moved the moon goddess. Finally, that red light blinked, and the door to the operating room was pushed open from the inside.I sprang up from my seat like a coiled spring and immediately approached the person in surgical attire."Doctor, how is my daughter?""Miss Reeves, I don't have much time, so I'll ask just one question. This question is a matter of life and death for Daisy, so please give me an accurate answer."Although the doctor was wearing a mask and cap, I recognized him from his serious eyes. The person in front of me was indeed Dr. Ferrera.I nodded, "I will tell the truth, Dr. Ferrera.""Is Daisy's f