"Alright, everything on it?" the vendor asked.Seeing William talking to the vendor, Kaylee hurried over.He turned to her, "The vendor's asking if we want everything - what does that mean?""She's asking about dietary restrictions," Kaylee quickly explained. "It comes with cilantro, onions, minced meat, chili, eggs, and such. We can leave out anything you don't eat.""I'll have everything," William said, then asked Kaylee, "And you?""I... I'll have the same."Kaylee followed his lead, still confused.After preparing and packaging both orders, the vendor turned to hand them to William when she caught sight of Kaylee.The vendor looked at Kaylee more carefully and asked, "Miss, didn't you used to order without chili? I added it this time - is that okay?""Oh, it's fine, I eat spicy food," Kaylee explained.During her years with Alex, she'd gotten used to ordering without chili.The vendor had a good memory and always remembered her preference for no chili.This time, Willia
"Oh, okay."Kaylee quickly opened her phone to scan his contact info.His profile soon appeared on her screen.Once they were connected, Kaylee immediately sent him eight bucks.She bought from there often and knew the price by heart."Money sent.""Got it."William tilted his chin, gesturing for her to get in the car.After a moment's hesitation, Kaylee climbed in.She had barely shifted over when William got in beside her.They were briefly close before Kaylee quickly moved further aside, making sure to leave him plenty of room.She was just getting a ride - she shouldn't crowd the car's owner.William seemed not to notice her reaction and handed her one portion of the tacos. "You couldn't take your eyes off this stand when we drove past earlier.""I'm sorry, I...""Kaylee, you don't need to be so formal with me. No need for 'Mr. Morgan' or such polite language. We might be around each other for a long time, and being so respectful only makes me wonder if I've done some
Kaylee had remembered about this while at the hospital.She'd picked up gauze, cotton swabs, and iodine from the pharmacy.As he was changing into slippers, without looking up, he replied, "Good, get everything ready and come to my room."Kaylee went to her room first.She changed into clean clothes and thoroughly washed her hands using the seven-step method before gathering her supplies to head to William's room.Standing in the living room, she realized a problem.Having just moved in yesterday, she'd only been to the study besides the common areas.Where was William's room?She didn't know.Holding her supplies, she walked down the hallway on the other side, passing the familiar study before continuing forward.She saw a door slightly ajar.She pushed it open and peeked in.William stood sideways near the door, completely shirtless, his belt undone and pants hanging low, held up only by his fit physique.Kaylee froze for a second, her face instantly flushing red. "I'm s
Kaylee had heard about extortion cases in the news.Small amounts usually meant lighter sentences.But knowing Andrew's nature, he'd definitely demand an outrageous sum."He probably... wouldn't dare extort the Morgan family, or you. He'd only come after me..."Kaylee knew Andrew would do crazy things for money.But he'd never be crazy enough to directly provoke the Morgans - he'd only pressure her.He wouldn't try to fight a battle he couldn't win."He might not be capable himself, but his creditors have been tracking you for their money. It would be simple to make him try to extort me - just let him believe you're my girlfriend."William turned to look at her, his tone and expression particularly serious.Kaylee had already been trying to avoid looking around, focusing only on his face.Hearing his words, she stared at him in disbelief. "Even if I told everyone, nobody would believe it.""I'll protect you. I'll arrange bodyguards at the hospital, drive you to and from work
William firmly handed back the dressings. "I don't know how.""Then I'll come help change them when I can," Kaylee said as she gathered her things, then added seriously, "By the way, the landlord messaged me and returned my money. Thank you."She'd wanted to mention this since first seeing him today.But only now managed to bring it up.Picking up his shirt, she asked, "What do you want to wear? I can get it for you?""I'll do it."William took the shirt and put it on, walking toward the closet.As he changed into his casual top and buttoned his shirt, he walked back to the bed, looking down at her sitting there. "About the landlord - I just had our legal department contact him. He knew he was in the wrong. After just a few words from legal, he immediately apologized.""I see, thank you."Kaylee didn't know what else to say besides thank you."That's two 'thank yous' - noted.""What?!"Kaylee was stunned!Remembering his earlier words, she suspected he'd brought this up ju
"No."Kaylee answered without a moment's hesitation.She had no connection with Alex anymore.Even if he was in trouble now, her answering wouldn't solve anything.Call 911 for emergencies.She wouldn't be like half a month ago, when she'd rushed to see him after hearing he was hurt, despite her exhaustion from performing three surgeries over more than ten hours.As she rejected the call, she also blocked the number.-Alex had just returned home drunk with his friends when he made the call.Completely intoxicated.After the driver helped Lucy get him onto the bedroom sofa in their villa, he left.Lucy sat beside him, covering her nose with one hand, unable to hide her disgust.His shirt still had unclean vomit on it!As the Kingston family's daughter, she'd never had to do dirty work. Dealing with a drunk man's vomit was beyond her!Fortunately, Marianne came up with a bowl of hot tea."Help him change his clothes," Lucy stood up to leave. "I'm going to change too."Befo
"Really? Not because the Morgan family's money could save your family’s failing company?"Alex was half-drunk.Yet in some ways, his mind was unusually clear."You don't believe me? If you don't believe me, why agree to the engagement? Why let your uncle arrange the engagement party - just to toy with me for fun?"Lucy was overwhelmed with hurt, her tears flowing uncontrollably, eyes red from crying.If Alex hadn't been drunk, he would've surely tried to comfort her.But now he didn't even want to move. "The engagement party is our family's event, and we never specified who I had to marry. I could just announce I'm marrying Kaylee instead - she's always wanted to marry me anyway, and my mom wants me to marry her too."Each word was deliberately trampling on Lucy and the Kingston family.Lucy stood up from her chair, tears streaming down her face, looking completely hurt and vulnerable - exactly the look Alex used to love.But now the man before her was unmoved.Just watching
Kaylee froze, stunned that Alex would say something so outrageous in just those few seconds!Seeing Kaylee enter, Susanne clutched at her like a lifeline. "Kaylee, you're here!""I was just doing rounds with the director. Anne is recovering well and can be discharged tomorrow." Kaylee stayed at the doorway, taking just one step inside. "I just came to tell you that. If there's nothing else, I'll be going."She wanted no part in this absurd Morgan family discussion.Nor did she want to speak further with Alex, the selfish young master.To suggest changing the bride to her without even asking - It was the height of arrogance."Kaylee, don't go."Alex tried to sit up in his bed.Susanne quickly stopped him. “Alex, don't move." She turned to grab Kaylee's hand. "Kaylee, I understand how you feel, and I know this isn't fair to you.""Aunt Susanne, I won't marry Alex."Kaylee was firm.She tried to pull her hand away from Susanne's grip twice, unsuccessfully."Kaylee, I know. If
What a coincidence... The day before Lynn returned to the country, William had asked Kaylee to stay by his side as his girlfriend. The next day, he flew to South City.If Susanne wasn't lying, then Lynn had arrived in South City that very same day. Susanne sighed, "Your mother and I were very close back in the day. I truly want you to be happy. Unfortunately, I didn't raise my son well, and he hurt you. If you ever need anything, you can always come to me."Kaylee watched as Susanne left. William had arranged a car to pick her up—it was parked right outside the hospital. But instead of leaving, she found a shaded bench and sat down.Taking out her phone, she searched for "Lynn Watson" on social media. Soon, she found a barely noticeable news article—famous jewelry designer Lynn Watson had returned to the country. The accompanying photo, taken at the airport, was posted on Tuesday.Judging by the background, it was exactly the kind of commercial building that Dr. Henderson had m
"Susanne, I performed two surgeries overnight yesterday, standing for over ten hours. I'm really exhausted right now," Kaylee explained seriously. "My work keeps me incredibly busy—I really don't have the time or energy to think about these things.""Oh, no matter how busy you are, you can't neglect your lifelong happiness. This young man is truly outstanding—he's around your age, good-looking, academically excellent, and even studied abroad. I've heard he's never had a girlfriend before."As Susanne mentioned that last detail, her tone lifted slightly.Never had a girlfriend before.To Kaylee, that was a red flag—there was a good chance this guy simply didn’t like women.She had a friend in college who was tricked into a marriage like that. The man had an impeccable background—successful, attractive, and in his thirties, yet he'd never dated anyone before. At the time, her friend thought she had found the perfect husband, a blessing from the heavens.Only after marriage did she
In some remote mountainous areas, tents were still necessary, and taking a bath was even more challenging."It was his own request. He said that after so many years abroad, he wanted to start by applying what he had learned to small tasks within his ability."The director of the medical department spoke these words with obvious pride. Kaylee had yet to meet Mason, but she already had a good impression of him.After the director left, Kaylee changed her clothes, preparing to go off duty. As she passed through the outpatient hall, curiosity got the better of her. She went upstairs to check Lucy's examination results in the system.According to the doctor's report, the baby was indeed slightly larger than average, and a fetal heartbeat was already present. However, the size difference was not significant.Kaylee curiously asked, "For a gestational sac of this size, what is the normal gestational age?"The doctor replied, "It varies for each person. Normally, a fetal heartbeat appear
The scene from yesterday flashed through Kaylee's mind. Ignoring Lucy's gaze, she sincerely congratulated Alex, "Congratulations, Mr. Morgan.""Thank you.""I won't disturb you two any longer. I'll get back to work now." With a slight nod, Kaylee turned and left.She had been by Alex's side for twenty years, four of which she spent as his girlfriend. She had cared for him meticulously—staying up all night to bring down his fever when he was sick, changing his clothes and sheets when he drank too much and vomited all over his bed.Beyond the gratitude she owed to the Morgan family, she had genuine feelings for Alex as a person.And yet, she had watched him lie to her face time and time again. Now, he was engaged, and his fiancée was pregnant. The most ridiculous part? The child wasn't even his. She wondered if this counted as karma.Kaylee went to the cafeteria for lunch. When she took the elevator up to the sixth floor, she ran into Alex again. He was holding a stack of rec
"No need, I'll just stay in my room."Kaylee quickly interrupted him, breaking free from his embrace as she spoke.William didn’t stop her. Instead, he stood up with her and said, "Alright, I'll walk you to the door."Kaylee practically ran back to her room.In the bathroom, she removed her makeup meticulously. Even after washing her face, her reflection in the mirror showed her cheeks still burning as if she had a fever.The next day.That evening, after returning to North City, Kaylee realized William had not come home.Only then did she fully understand—he wasn't joking.He was truly giving her a week to decide.Two days later, while working a night shift, Kaylee wanted to review her meeting notes from a few days ago. Only then did she remember that she had left her notebook in Emma’s room while doing her makeup.After contacting Emma, they arranged for Kaylee to pick it up at the hospital after her shift.Since Emma was also working, they didn’t chat much. Kaylee grabbed
Kaylee's face burned so hotly it felt like she had a fever. She shook her head lightly. "No, Alex is just used to having me around to take care of him. I... I and he..."Before she could finish,William suddenly sat up, placing a firm hand under her legs and lifting her directly into his arms!His clothing was thin—so thin that she could clearly sense his "raging emotions" in that moment."I'll give you one week."William's hand hovered lightly around her waist as he spoke.Kaylee dared not move, allowing him to hold her. The strong scent of alcohol surrounded her, and her heart raced. Even though she hadn't touched a drop, she felt as if she were intoxicated."You will stay by my side as my girlfriend for one year. If after that time you still think I'm deceiving you, treating you as someone else's substitute, you may leave. I won't stop you."As he spoke, his gaze remained locked on her, carefully observing her reaction.His actions had already crossed a boundary in their rela
Kaylee remained seated where she was, not moving. W’illiams clothes were too thin, and coupled with the strong scent of alcohol - although some of it had been splashed on his clothes, he had indeed been drinking.The two of them were alone in the room, and one of them had been drinking..."I've said before, I'm not so immoral as to force anyone," William interlaced his fingers, a gesture indicating his stance on the matter.Of course, Kaylee knew he wouldn't force her. What she feared was... losing control herself.Everything about William was perfect - his physique, personality, intellect, sense of responsibility. He embodied all the qualities of her ideal partner.She was afraid that if she got too close to him, she would abandon all her principles. She would indulge in foolish fantasies...Seeing that she hadn't budged an inch, William got up slightly and leaned over towards her. If she wasn't coming to him, then he would go to her.The smell of alcohol on him was intense.
"Mr. Morgan,” Kaylee met William’s dark eyes, "I didn't abandon you, I...""What, I remember you weren't good at lying, but I never thought you'd even practice your lying skills in front of me..." William's obsidian gaze studied the woman before him intently. "Then use that skill on me, trick me, for example...""Mr. Morgan!” Kaylee couldn't take it anymore and finally interrupted him.She even felt sorry for William. She bit her lip hard, taking a long time before saying, "Mr. Morgan, look at me. I'm Kaylee Lawson, not Lynn Watson.”When she mentioned Lynn’s name, William's hand that had been gripping her chin abruptly let go. The hint of drunkenness on his face vanished completely as he leisurely started putting his robe back on.Kaylee was a bit confused. What did this mean? Was William upset because she brought up Lynn? Well, that made sense... Lynn was probably the one thing he couldn't bear to talk about...Just as Kaylee was about to apologize..."Just as I thought, it wa
Kaylee only then noticed the strong scent of alcohol permeating the entire room. William seemed to be drinking liquor at the moment, the aroma in the room was the typical fragrance of red wine...It appeared that during this time, he must have consumed more than one type of alcohol in the room. Or perhaps... someone else had been here recently, drinking with him.Kaylee tried her best to view the situation with a normal mindset. Given William's status and appearance, as long as he was willing, countless women would eagerly jump into his bed without him even having to ask.And for someone of his stature to be willing to pretend to be her boyfriend to help her out - that was something she could only dream of. Moreover, with Andrew’s situation... she really had no better way to resolve it."What are you standing there for?" William rubbed his temples. "If you think it's not suitable here, then let's go to the bed.""No need, here is fine," Kaylee hurriedly interjected. "Your wound ha