Flora lay sprawled on the cluttered floor, surrounded by the shattered remnants of a glass table lamp. Each fragment resembled an irreparable map. She moaned softly, half-reclined, and extended her left hand, gingerly pressing it against the fragments. Suddenly, crimson lines marred her once-pale palm.Rowan stood there, her gaze fixed on Flora's actions, though she still found the strength to critique herself. At times, it was unclear whether she was genuinely in discomfort or just feigning it; regardless, it was less alarming than it seemed."Rowan! Rowan, open the door quickly!" David Fat David's voice on the other side of the door quivered with anxiety. The crashing of the low table and lamp had been deafening, causing him to fear for Rowan's safety alone in the room.Voices other than David's father's began to filter in from outside the door. Although they were indistinct, they seemed to be the servants, drawn by the commotion.Rowan was briefly stupefied but soon snapped back to
David's mother's face contorted with rage, and it would be an understatement to say that she looked as if she wanted to devour Rowan with her furious expression.As soon as he entered the room, David couldn't stop reprimanding Rowan from head to toe."You're still standing here in our David family, daring to harm Flora. Where do you find the audacity? Let me make it clear if anything happens to her today... if there's any harm to the child in her womb, it doesn't matter who's protecting you, I will stand my ground and fight you tooth and nail!"While she spoke, her sharp gaze abruptly shifted from Rowan to David's Father, who stood beside her.Her anger and fear were palpable, almost to the point where she seemed to despise David's Father. The coldness in her eyes sent shivers down anyone's spine.David's Father merely snorted from his nose, refusing to make eye contact with her.Her anger intensified upon seeing his response."No matter what, even David's Father scolds you," she cont
Standing at the emergency room entrance, time seemed to drag on slowly, as though it had frozen in place.David's children beckoned him to sit on a nearby bench and take a break.Though David's mother was clearly upset, she remained composed as she sat beside him, as if the person who had just rattled their world was someone else entirely.Rowan stood in solitary silence, tucked away in a corner.He stood perfectly still, even regulating his breath intentionally. His gaze remained fixed on a particular spot on the stark white wall across from him, as he tried to minimize his presence.Rowan lost track of how much time had passed, but he felt his legs growing numb. It was sheer inertia and determination that kept him standing.The hospital corridor felt unnaturally dry and colder than the outdoors. Despite the summer heat, the breeze that swept through had a chilling edge to it.Having rushed here, she was filled with restlessness, her body drenched in sweat. Yet, when the breeze brush
It’s all overDavid's mother remained visibly upset. But In a harsh tone, she uttered, "Let her enter, but ensure you don't cause her any more harm!"Rowan met her gaze with a solemn expression. "I'll accompany you inside and ensure her well-being before departing."Had it not been for the emotional turmoil gripping her, Rowan might have left earlier when the insults began to fly.David's father stepped forward, publicly taking Rowan's hand. Approaching the doctor, he inquired, "May I go in to see her now?"The young doctor, accustomed to the complex web of emotions in the hospital, maintained his composure, his face neutral. "Certainly. However, please refrain from causing any disturbances or disputes inside, so as not to disrupt the patient's rest. I can grant you a maximum of 10 minutes, after which she will be returned to her ward for recovery."David's father nodded and whispered his gratitude.Then, disregarding the onlookers, he firmly clasped Rowan's wrist and strode into the
Rowan exited the hospital premises with determined steps. She found herself standing by the roadside, patting her bag, only to recollect that she had left her small bag in David's family study while assisting Flora in a rush to get to the hospital. Inside that bag were her mobile phone and wallet. She stood there, bewildered and uncertain about her next move.She was fully aware that a simple turn and a word to Father David would have ensured someone fetch her belongings and escort her home. However, the thought of reentering the hospital filled her with reluctance.She mulled over her recent promise, questioning its validity, and after a significant pause, she gathered the courage to make a decision. Returning now would be an admission that her commitment was unfounded.Abruptly, she halted, hailed a passing taxi from the roadside, and after a brief negotiation with the driver to ensure they could reach her intended destination, she went upstairs to collect the fare. It took a few tr
Three TrialsThe four of them sat around on the sofa at Rowan's house. No, it should be said that the three people were sitting across from Rowan, their postures as cautious as if they were preparing for a three-party trial.Ryan has been coaxed to sleep early, and now it’s time to settle accounts after the fall.Rowan smiled, trying to lighten the atmosphere."Don't make it as exaggerated as a criminal trial. I just came back a little late. There are so many things that need to be explained."Steve just wanted to accompany Ryan's. In fact, he didn't care much about what Rown had gone through and why he came home late.In his opinion, everyone is an adult and there is no need to reveal everything. James and Jessica are too protective of her.So when he heard Rowan's words, he nodded in agreement, "Yes, the sun hadn't even set when she came back. Even if she is a minor, she doesn't have such an early curfew, right?"Jessica glared at him.He shut up immediately.Jessica turned around
196 Do you know him?When David stepped into the ward, Flora had already woken up.The fall was indeed painful, but it wouldn’t be serious.She had an idea and wanted to put the blame on Rowan to make her and the David family more unhappy. She didn't really want to make a joke with her own life.She "woke up" once last night when she was pushed from the emergency room to the ward.At that time, David was standing beside the bed, gently covering her up with the quilt.She opened her eyes weakly and saw David s figure beside the bed. With tears in her eyes, she softly called his name. "David"David carefully helped her tuck the quilt at the end of the bed, then turned around and said softly "Hmm".When she heard his gentle tone, her eyes felt even more wronged, and tears were hanging in the corners of her eyes.He asked with a trembling voice, "David, is our child okay?"David reached out his hand and helped her push away a few strands of hair hanging in front of her ears, and gently w
The accumulated doubts in my heart She can be discharged from the hospital tomorrow, so it’s not a serious injury, so Rowan doesn’t even deserve to be reprimanded. After repeated attempts failed, Flora slowly felt angry. She struggled to sit up from the bed. David frowned, "What are you going to do?" She said in a self-defeating tone, "Since the doctor said it's not serious, it doesn't matter if I sit down for a while. Why are you so nervous again?" He opened his mouth, then closed it again. He walked to the edge of the bed, stretched out his hand to wrap around her shoulders, and leaned down to help her adjust the position of the pillow so that she could rest comfortably against the head of the bed. "Is this okay?" he asked. "Thanks." Flora's sudden anger made David frown even deeper. It was almost time to leave. There was an important meeting waiting for him to chair in the morning. So he kept it short. "Don't be like this, there is nothing to be angry about. If you get