LOGINBy now, nobody in the room would doubt Aria's skills in medicine anymore. She had pulled off miracles at Saint Joseph's Hospital twice. Through acupuncture techniques, she had saved patients even the hospital's top specialists couldn't do anything about. Honestly, calling her a doctor didn't really cover it anymore. She was practically a genius doctor. The tension in the room slowly bled away. Paisley dried her tears and carefully fixed the blanket around Lorenzo, tucking the edges in. Jovie came over with some warm water and a cotton swab to dab at Lorenzo's cracked lips. It took a while, but Lorenzo's breathing finally steadied out. The blue tinge around his lips faded, and a hint of actual color crept back in. His eyes, which had been shut for days, flickered with something that looked a lot like awareness. He was still really weak, but he wasn't dying anymore. Walking up to the bedside, Aria spoke with a soft expression but a serious tone, "How are you feeling? Do you fee
At the same time, an anxious voice rang out from the hallway. "Aria! Aria!"The person was none other than Elijah. Ever since Aria left on her own the day before, he had sent his men all over Janovin to search for her. They had nearly turned the entire city upside down, yet there had been no trace of her.Elijah had also contacted the York family and learned that Landon was not at home either. Thinking back to how Aria had been searching for Landon ever since she woke up, Elijah quickly pieced everything together. She must have gone out alone to find him.From yesterday until now, he had not rested at all. Ever since he regained consciousness and recovered his memories, he had regarded Aria as the most important person in his life.He had never harbored any romantic feelings for her. It was simply the protectiveness a senior felt toward a cherished junior.Not long ago, Elijah received news that Aria was in Saint Joseph's Hospital. The moment he heard it, he rushed over. As expe
"You have reached your destination." Ahead of them, the gilded characters of Saint Joseph's Hospital soon came into view, standing out against the building's white facade. The car rolled slowly into the hospital parking lot. The moment it stopped, Paisley unbuckled her seatbelt almost immediately. Her eyes reddened again before she could compose herself.Aria and Landon got out of the car in perfect synchrony. Landon gently released Aria's hand but kept her close at his side as his calm gaze swept over the bustling crowd and hurried medical staff. He carried himself with dignity and aloofness, yet remained steady and dependable."Over here, Aria and Landon. My grandfather is in the special observation ward next to the ICU on the third floor." Paisley's voice trembled faintly. She wiped the corner of her eye and hurried toward the inpatient building. Every step was filled with urgency, yet she kept glancing back to make sure they were following, afraid she might lose them.Land
Landon drew Aria a little closer, guiding her away from the edge of the road. It was a natural, thoughtful gesture. "Stand close to me. Be careful of passing cars. This place may be remote, but there could still be traffic."He positioned himself on the side closest to the road, shielding her from any potential danger. His gaze held unwavering protectiveness. The two of them stood quietly by the roadside. Aria leaned against his shoulder, gazing at the mountains and sky. She had never imagined that one day she would stand beside him on such a remote stretch of road, waiting for a ride.There was nothing luxurious about it, only the simple warmth of ordinary life. Yet somehow, it felt more comforting than all the riches in the world.After an unknown stretch of time, the faint hum of an engine drifted from the far end of the road.Aria immediately straightened and turned toward the sound. Landon looked up as well, his fingers still wrapped around hers, the warmth of his palm l
Just like that, Aria and Landon walked side by side out of the secret realm. The moment they stepped out, the morning wind brushed gently against their faces, carrying the fresh, earthy scent unique to the deep forest.A thin veil of mist lingered in the air as towering ancient trees spread their branches overhead. Sunlight filtered through layers of leaves, scattering across the forest floor like flecks of gold.From time to time, the crisp calls of birds echoed through the woods, accompanied by the gentle murmur of a nearby stream. The forest that had seemed so terrifying in the darkness now felt quiet and peaceful.Aria tilted her head and looked at him. "So the place we were in earlier can actually heal injuries?"Landon glanced at her. "That secret realm has been there for a very long time. No one ever discovered it. I found it by accident."Aria nodded. "I see. At least I can finally breathe a little easier. Now that Greenshade Guild, Suncrest Sect, and Grayburn Sect have
Aria's lashes clung damply to her cheeks. Her lips were pale and cracked, marked with deep bite marks from clenching her teeth the entire way. The faint stench of blood still lingered in her mouth. Her clothes were already soaked through with blood, and the old wound across her shoulder and back still oozed, staining Landon's fingertips red. Her arms and wrists were covered with cuts of all sizes from thorns and traps, some old and some newly formed. Even her hand that had clutched that scrap of cloth so tightly was covered in tiny cuts from jagged stones, the skin torn and bloodied.This was how she had made it to him—one wounded step at a time, surviving danger after danger, following the faintest trace he left behind until she finally found him. Landon swallowed hard, the pain in his eyes almost overflowing. In his usually calm and gentle gaze, unmistakable guilt and anguish now lingered. With movements as careful as if he were holding the most fragile treasure in the world
Olivia smiled brightly. "Aria met someone she knew.""Really? That's great! You should come with us." Grant set his hand on Jonathan's shoulder enthusiastically.Jonathan shook his head quickly. "No, it's fine. I drove here."He turned his gaze toward Aria. "Uh, I'll be going now. While on the way… Tak
Under the lights, Aria suddenly laughed. "I heard that you work for the town government.""That's right," Ollie replied, his eyes scanning Aria up and down. He wasn't really listening to Aria's question. Unexpectedly, Aria continued, "How would you handle it if I told you that I was kidnapped?""What
Rainie hadn't had the courage to get out of the car at first, as this place was the beginning of her nightmare. Even if she escaped this place, she would forever be different compared to her peers of the same age. Why had she been so dumb? Why had she believed the old man's words? Her blind trust ha
Aria was speechless. That wasn't what she'd asked, was it?Landon said, "Those words used to feel like shackles binding me. No matter how I tried to free myself from that, they reminded me that I wouldn't be able to decide who I'd get married to.""I can treat your sickness—" Aria had just started spe







