Jolene was shocked to her core. "Why…why would she think that?"She was extremely agitated. She really wanted to know if James had any feelings for her, any at all."Now that I think of it, you think the same, don't you? You wanted to leave, but then you came back." James was no fool. Jolene's actions were weird. She definitely had an ulterior motive.Jolene was fearful of his gaze. She waved her hands quickly. "What? I don't…""Really?" James straightened his back, leaning toward her.With the close distance, Jolene was utterly dazed. Ever since that night in the hotel, they had not been this close. She could hear her heartbeat, beating a mile a minute. In her frenzied state, she suddenly said, "That's right. I thought you liked me, even if only a little bit."James smiled. But it was not a smile that heralded good news.In the spur of the moment, like a crazed woman, Jolene kissed him instead of pulling back.For a moment, James had no idea how to react when the warmth pres
Jolene didn't end up kneeling until the morning. She was so tired at night that she had dozed off. She thought that James would scold her harshly in the morning. However, when she woke up, he had left the villa, and she had a blanket around her shoulders.She looked at the blanket, smiling.Jenny had no idea about what had happened between James and Jolene. After her meal with him yesterday, she had no other intentions of interfering. It was between them, after all. Although Jenny didn't like Jolene, she couldn't break them up on purpose.She didn't want to care about it any longer, opting to let things unfold naturally. She went to the hospital to work. It was just like any regular hospital day but with different patients.Sometimes, when Jenny looked at them, she'd wonder if she could save more people if she were stronger."Doctor." A tiny voice interrupted her thoughts. Jenny looked down, seeing a young girl. Her mother was currently under Jenny's care.She bent over and p
In the end, Jenny couldn't convince her to undergo the surgery. She had no way to solve her problems. Although she was confident in the surgery, she couldn't guarantee success.Of course, Jenny could pay for the surgery. However, it would not solve the problem. People like her were rampant, and there would be more in the future. She couldn't save them all.Besides, when Jenny suggested the idea, the mother refused at once. She didn't know what to do.Feeling frustrated, Jenny knocked on the director's door."Jenny," he said politely. He knew she was skillful despite her young age and knew of her identity.Jenny smiled at him and sat down. "Patient number 23 says that she wants to be discharged."The director was stunned. He was trying to remember who it was. He soon did. She was a mother with a little girl next to her. It was quite memorable."Why so sudden? Isn't her surgery scheduled after two weeks?" The director was surprised. He had seen her records and knew that surgery co
Jenny walked out of the director's office. Her work today was basically done. Because of her low spirits, she left the hospital to rest at home.Alec called right at that moment. After his stay in the hospital, their relationship changed for the better. They contacted each other frequently.When Jenny got to the coffee shop, Alec was already waiting."Chilly, isn't it? Here, have something warm." Alec pointed at the hot coffee on the table, expressing his concern.Jenny nodded. The first notes of winter were descending, and the wind was growing frostier. Even her coat couldn't keep her warm. Thank goodness the coffee shop had its heater on. After downing the cup of hot coffee, the cold left her bones, and she grew warm."You got off work early today. Looks like nothing much went on in the hospital today," Alec said. He just wanted to know more about Jenny.Jenny nodded. She was disheartened; perhaps it was because winter was coming and because of the mother and daughter in the ho
Alec couldn't be sure if her love had turned into hate. He wasn't even sure if Blake was the one behind it. He had given his findings to the old man so that he could deal with it.If someone in Faust Manor could be bribed that easily, was there any security in that house?Alec didn't think there was.Zeke had the same idea as him when he knew someone in Faust Manor had been bribed. If Watkins' people tampered with his food, he would die a hundred times over.Before Alec came to see Jenny, a great inspection had occurred in Faust Manor. There were probably many people who would be driven out.As for Xavier's murder, by the looks of it, the Watkins would be blamed. It was their own fault for interfering now."No wonder you had the time for coffee today," Jenny said. Alec was not only capable. He was also extremely lucky at times. He wouldn't have known who else to blame if it weren't for the Watkins."I wish I had time for you every day, but I worry you'll think I'm annoying." He
Maybe because Jenny still looked worried, Alec used the Nobel Prize as an example, and she understood clearly."Why don't the Fausts and Walters establish it together? This way, the pool of funds will be greater, and we'll be able to help even more people." After some thought, the Walters could join in too. It was her problem, anyway, and she was grateful to Alec for being so willing to help. She couldn't let him work alone.Alec was naturally willing to collaborate with her. "Of course. However, you must think about how this will come across to the outside world.""What do you mean?" Jenny wasn't too sure what he was saying."If the Fausts and the Walters collaborate, people are going to think that our families want to team up." There would even be people who might think they would marry.However, Alec and Jenny had a history. On top of that, Luke would sometimes appear next to her side. It would easily cause a misunderstanding.Jenny thought it was possible, but she didn't real
"I'm not sure, but it's a possibility." Alec had the same musings as Jenny. He didn't think that Blake was the type to let things go. The incident was quite possibly a pointed attack on him.Jenny raised an eyebrow. With a hint of sarcasm, she said, "It's all a certain someone's fault for breaking her heart and making her angry.""Don't blame me, Jenny." Alec waved his hands, not wanting to admit to being a heartbreaker. "I lost my memories. Most importantly, even when I had amnesia, I had no intention of getting together with her. She initiated our working together. I had no other intentions with her." Alec felt that he had to make it clear in case he left a bad taste in Jenny's mouth.Jenny murmured in response. She didn't know if she believed it or not.Alec wanted to elaborate, but Jenny quickly said, "I know. You don't have to explain so many things to me.""That won't do. I don't have to explain anything to other people, but I have to when it's you. You have to know that I o
"Well, you'll have to take care of things. If you don't think of a way to take her away, they'll only grow closer. Is that what you want?" Evan was sure Gilbert didn't want to see that happening.Gilbert was exasperated. He had no choice but to agree. "Alright. But you have to do it yourself next time."Jenny wasn't stupid. If they did it over and over, she'd figure it out.They had just managed to repair their relationship. Gilbert didn't want to upset her again.Evan didn't care about what he said. He hung up. He'd figure it out if it happened again. Gilbert was in the same boat, anyway. Flying solo wasn't as easy as all that.In the coffee shop, Jenny received a call from Gilbert. She learned that Zack had just arrived in Bardoff City. Naturally, she would be anxious to meet him. Alec's suggestion to have dinner together was brushed off just like that."I'm sorry. I have to go." Jenny looked at Alec apologetically. After all, he'd helped her solve a problem, and she was leavin