Nathan's expression grew unusually grim. He glanced at Suzanne before him, then paced as he spoke firmly into the phone, "Madam Hoffis, Suzanne is my wife. Please watch your words."As Suzanne watched Nathan leave, she plopped down on the couch and flung a cushion in a huff. It was bad enough having to deal with Sally. Even her grandmother was being unreasonable to her. Suzanne assumed that rich people were used to being bossy.After hanging up, Nathan returned and set the phone down on the table. "Don't let any of her unkind words bother you."Suzanne glanced up at him. She had become immune to such words over the past three years. She used to get upset over them. Now, she didn't even care about those words because she knew she wasn't Suzanne. What mattered to her was Nathan's attitude."Are you standing up for Sally or Madam Hoffis?" Suzanne asked in a disgruntled tone.Nathan could sense her displeasure. After a moment's thought, he said, "Neither.""Madam Hoffis may look
"Is there no other way at all?" Nathan asked."There is a way. We can repair the damaged nerves through surgery and allow the memory to gradually recover. "But the risk is too great, and if something goes wrong, the patient could be left in a vegetative state. It's not worth the risk if her current condition doesn't affect her life," the doctor explained.Concerned, Suzanne asked, "Which doctor in our country is trusted to perform this surgery?"Before the doctor could answer, Nathan interrupted, "We're not doing it.""Why?" Suzanne turned to him. There was at least a chance that the surgery would restore her memory, despite the risks.Nathan held her hand and rose to thank the three neurologists. After that, he led Suzanne out of the hospital. Once in the car, they were both lost in thought as they gazed at the landscape outside with heavy hearts.They finally reached Sudvilla. Just as Suzanne was about to get out of the car, Nathan said gently, "Go home first. There is some
Oliver shot a menacing stare and licked the blood from the corner of his mouth. He grinned viciously. Nathan held himself back from hitting him and shoved him to the ground. Having vented his rage, he pulled out a handkerchief to clean his hands and turned away.Sally blocked his path with both of her hands in displeasure. "You think you can just hit somebody and walk away? Do you care to explain why you did that?"Nathan stared at her in disgust. She had become so unfamiliar to him. She had made a disgrace of her name and her place in his heart. He brushed past her and left Hoffis Manor behind.Sally was startled. She seemed to realize something. She hurried into the study and turned on the listening devices, only to find that they were all out of order. Her face turned pale, and she slumped into a chair.After a few moments, Sally came rushing out of the study. She found Oliver sitting on the couch. He clenched his teeth as he rubbed salve on his wounds."Uncle Oliver," Sall
"Nate, you're back," came Suzanne's soft voice. Nathan's heart skipped a beat. The sweet smile on her face brought him back to life.He had always loved Sally. He just hadn't gotten the butterflies from the impostor the way Sally had made him feel. True love had no reason. It was all about feeling, and such love would never change in a lifetime.After hanging his coat, Nathan walked over to Suzanne. He put his arms around her and held her close. Suzanne stiffened in his arms. She had to lean against his sturdy chest. His embrace was warm and comfortable. She caught a familiar whiff of his pleasant scent.Suzanne's heart raced, and she didn't know what to do. She whispered, "What's going on?""I'm just tired. I need a hug." Nathan held onto her soft body. He closed his eyes, kissed her forehead, and stroked her long hair with his hands.Suzanne lost herself in Nathan's hug. She couldn't withdraw from his tenderness and affection. His whole being filled her heart. She even had
When Suzanne arrived at the hospital with Nathan, the area outside the emergency room was packed with the Morrisons. Their faces were solemn.Daniel hadn't returned home in five years, and now that he was back, it was a matter of life and death. Florence had broken down crying outside the emergency room and was taken to a ward for treatment with intravenous liquids.Earlier, Daniel had been taken to the hospital by two policemen in plain clothes. Suzanne didn't have to ask to understand what was going on.Daniel was rescued over six hours, and it wasn't until the early hours that the doctor emerged from the emergency room. All the Morrisons surrounded the doctor with concern and asked about Daniel's condition.The doctor looked exhausted. He sighed and shook his head. "The situation is not promising. The patient is still in critical condition and has been moved to the ICU for observation. His survival will be a matter of his willpower."Gary could no longer support himself and s
Another police officer couldn't take it either. He covered his face and wept uncontrollably. They would rather have their comrade shot to death than suffer such torture. No one knew how Daniel endured such inhumane pain.Nathan remained silent. Tears trickled slowly down his face as he clenched his fists tightly. His entire body quivered with emotion. He didn't remain in the hospital after the two undercover narcotics officers left.He left the place in the hands of his few brothers and his parents before leaving the hospital with Suzanne. Suzanne knew he was in the throes of grief, so she held his hand quietly on the way back and didn't disturb him.Back in Sudvilla, Nathan told her he would be busy for the next couple of days. He suggested that she take a shower and get some rest while he went to his study to work on something.Nathan didn't go to her room that night. Suzanne slept into the next morning. When she woke up, she found that the spot next to her was cold.She got u
Suzanne was having breakfast in the living room. She was scrolling through her phone to catch up on the news about yesterday's failed missile launch that landed on the Muzat border. Norvania had been roundly condemned, with reports from Muzat and other international news agencies claiming hundreds of deaths. They demanded the highest compensation and apologies.According to Norvania, the missile had strayed off course and accidentally hit a major drug den along the Muzat border. Tons of drugs and hundreds of drug lords were wiped out in the blast.Suzanne grew increasingly worried as she read on.Although the world leaders knew that Norvania's missile had destroyed a drug den, they seemed to turn a blind eye. Instead, they were intent on stirring up tension and trouble.Just then, the voice of the housekeeper broke in, "Mr. Morrison, good morning."Suzanne snapped out of her thoughts and hurried into the foyer. Panting slightly, she glanced nervously at Nathan, who was still as
Having placed a bookmark between the pages, Nathan closed the book and placed it on the coffee table. Suzanne's smile was gentle. "You're up? Are you hungry? I'll have the housekeeper reheat the food for you."Just as Suzanne was about to get to her feet, Nathan pulled her close to him. He hugged her from the side and rested his chin on her shoulder. "I'm not hungry. Just talk to me for now."Suzanne pursed her lips. "Well, what do you want to talk about?"Nathan sighed. "How's Daniel doing?""He's still in the ICU and hasn't improved at all. He's barely holding on with help from a ventilator."Nathan pulled a ring out of his pocket. At the sight of the beautiful ring, Suzanne's heart leaped and she was too moved to speak. It had been six months since they had been married, and he had never given her a ring before."This is something Daniel specifically asked to give to his first love before the incident," Nathan explained.Suzanne's face fell. All her expectations and excit