Stephanie stayed by Leonard's side until night fell over the city. Then, Leonard slowly woke up."Stephanie?" When he opened his eyes, he saw Stephanie and her reddened eyes. "Why are you crying? Did someone pick on you?"It was as if he was completely unaware of the situation he was in. His first instinct was to worry about Stephanie.It made Stephanie's eyes turn even redder. "You're the one picking on me.""Me?" Leonard was stunned. He got up, but then the aches in his body sent waves of pain washing through him. It hurt so badly that he gnashed his teeth.Stephanie got up to hold him back. "Don't move. Rest well."Leonard had no other choice. He wanted to move, but he couldn't. "Sorry. I've made you worry." It was then that he remembered what had happened, and he understood why Stephanie would have tears in her eyes.He was careless. He hadn't thought the criminals would be brave enough to kidnap him.Stephanie pouted, doing her best to calm herself down. "You don't have to
In the following days, Jenny went to work as usual. However, she would check in on Leonard every day. Although Leonard was not her patient, he was her best friend's boyfriend. She had to watch out. If anything happened to him, Stephanie would have her head.Thankfully, Leonard healed up quickly. He was ready to be discharged in a week.The day he was discharged, Jenny saw him and Stephanie walking together. Their relationship blossomed during the days of his hospitalization. They had obviously fallen more in love with each other."You can go back to work, Jenny. I'll send him back," Stephanie said.Jenny nodded and looked at Leonard. "Be careful in the future. You may not care about your life, but you must consider how others will feel.""I know." Leonard knew what Jenny meant by that, and he had nothing to say in return. He felt that she was right.Jenny only went back to work after she watched them leave.It was busy in the neurology department. Jenny had already spent some ti
Once she packed up all her things, she followed Alec out of the hospital, and they drove to the restaurant."What are we eating?" Jenny was in a good mood. After all, she had worked the whole day and attended to a lot of patients. She felt accomplished and satisfied, so much so that she forgot all about the exhaustion in her bones.Alec looked at her. "What do you feel like eating?""I'm fine with anything," Jenny said."Then you will go wherever I go.""Okay." Jenny had no objections to that. She didn't notice anything different with Alec's gaze. If she had any inkling of what would happen after, she would not be this calm.The car arrived at the entrance of the restaurant. It was a place they often came to eat because of the great food and good ambiance.Jenny didn't think there was anything off about it. She followed him into the restaurant, which was when she realized that it was far too quiet. "Why is no one here?"There were always a ton of customers in this restaurant.
Although Jenny could guess what Alec was up to when she saw Stephanie and the others, seeing him actually get down on one knee and present the ring to her was a thrilling experience. She'd fantasized about this scenario more than once, and now it was finally coming true. She had to admit that she was overjoyed.Although she and Alec shared a tumultuous history, they finally ended up together. She had long fallen in love with him, so this marriage would not be like the first. In fact, in Jenny's eyes, this was the real marriage."Jenny?"Jenny was just staring at Alec with seemingly no intention of accepting. Alec couldn't help getting worried. "I know I was an asshole in the past and didn't treat you well. But this time, I swear to be better to you. Whatever happened before will not happen again."A huge misunderstanding had been committed between them. If they hadn't married and then divorced in a haze, he and Jenny would not have had such a hard time getting together.Jenny snap
Alec scolded him inwardly for being so immature, then said coldly, "I'd advise you to be more careful with your words in the future. You're married now. Jade might run after you with a rolling pin one day."Max glanced nervously at Jade for a second. However, she didn't look angry. He retorted, "Jade and I are on great terms. She wouldn't mind.""That's enough. Eat your food." Jade rolled her eyes. Although she knew Max didn't really have feelings for Jenny, she felt it was best if he shut up now, in case he killed the vibe.Max instantly looked at Jade pitifully as if wanting to object. But when he saw her warning glare, he shut up.Jenny didn't expect the flamboyant Max to be subdued after his marriage to Jade. He was a family guy now, nothing like the arrogant bastard he was before. It seemed that marriage could change people.It was a merry atmosphere in the restaurant. After the meal, Alec offered to take them to the bar for drinks. His proposal had succeeded, after all, an
Melanie was straightforward. She said whatever she wanted. Even before Paul, she didn't have any intentions to lie or pretend. She didn't care what sort of person Paul was. It was enough that she liked him.Paul said nothing, merely snatching his glass back. "Unfortunately, I don't like you back.""Why not? Is it because I'm not as pretty as Stephanie? Or is it because you think I'm no match for her?" Melanie couldn't understand why Paul still hadn't let go even though Stephanie and Leonard were already together. He had no hope at all. Wasn't he tired?Paul kept on drinking, sweeping his gaze over Stephanie and Leonard. Stephanie was leaning against his shoulder. Although Paul had verbally let her go, he couldn't help feeling an ache in his heart when he saw her.Melanie noticed his gaze and waved her hands in front of him. "Stop looking. She won't be yours no matter how long you look."That was exceptionally cruel. Paul looked at her angrily. "What I said is true, Paul. I like
She smiled happily. Alec and Jenny were actually paying attention to what was happening to them. When they saw her smiling so happily, they sensed something had changed.Then, they saw Melanie cradling Paul's arm. She said, "Everyone, let me introduce us. This is my boyfriend, Paul Wagner." She smiled brightly as if she had won a fabulous prize.Everyone was stunned. Alec clapped first, to which Jenny seconded. "Congratulations."It was worth celebrating.If Paul could hit it off with Melanie, Stephanie would no longer be plagued with worries. Jenny looked at Alec, sensing that he had relaxed tremendously. Maybe he knew it was alright that Paul most likely had agreed to be Melanie's boyfriend even though he had no feelings for her, as long as he was willing to take that first step. What did it matter if their feelings were genuine or not?Stephanie looked at them and smiled at Melanie. She even gave her a "good luck" gesture. She and Melanie chatted sometimes. Although Melanie k
Jenny parked the car outside the villa and hauled Alec out of the car with all her might.Alec was truly drunk this time. In fact, he was losing some of his consciousness. However, there was a smile on his lips. He knew who was next to him."Jenny, do you know how happy I am?" He smiled, murmuring.Jenny smiled. "I do."Anyone would be able to tell based on what he was like now.Once she carried him into the room, she threw him on the bed and sighed in relief. "You have to cut down on the drinks in the future. I'll let this pass tonight, but I won't care about you in the future."It was tiring carrying someone so wasted around. "Alright. I promise." Alec rubbed his forehead, sitting up with great effort.Jenny saw that he wasn't drunk enough to pass out, so she said, "Go shower. It'll be uncomfortable sleeping in that state.""Will you help me?" Alec asked instinctively.Jenny glared at him. That was her answer.Alec smiled bitterly and shook his head. "Then I won't take a