Bianca noticed that Queenie was looking at her lower abdomen. She deliberately tugged her blanket and covered the lower half of her body. "It might be spring now, but the weather has been unpredictable lately. I sometimes feel chilly even though I'm staying in my room… You should dress more warmly, Aunt Queenie. It's easy to catch a cold in this weather." Queenie discreetly looked away and smiled. "I know that you're a luckless person, Bianca. You might not have too many close relations, and you want to find a significant other you can rely on. However, I really don't think that Luke is a suitable man for you. "I remember when I first saw you, I thought that we're somehow fated. You are almost the same age as Leia, and you have a good character. I like girls like you. If you're willing, I can be your godmother. That way, you won't feel as lonely. In the future, I can help you if you face any difficulties, say if your grandfather needs medical fees or if you want to advance in you
On the other end at the Norman family’s residence. Leia parked her car in the garage and locked it. Her delicate and unparalleled beauty had a look of exhaustion that could not be concealed. She had been out of it the entire time she was filming. Although the director was afraid to say anything because of her status, she had noticed his dissatisfied and frowning look. She was hurt and felt powerless at the same time. She wanted to act coquettishly and ask Luke for help, but she knew that even though he had said yes to being in a relationship with her, their relationship was still not there yet. Naturally, she did not dare to bother him.Leia’s high heels clicked against the floor as she entered the living room. She bumped into the caretaker, Ms. Lang. Ms. Lang saw that Leia seemed a little upset, so she asked out of concern, "Miss, are you okay? Are you hungry? Sir and Madam are not at home. I'll prepare dinner for you." Leia said weakly, "No, I'm not hun
Under the sunset afterglow, the azure blue lake looked like it was shrouded in a halo of clouds. It gave off the feeling of a kind of sacred beauty. Luke pushed Bianca on her wheelchair as they strolled along the lake. Bianca's eyes showed envy when she looked at a beautiful swan spreading its wings. It appeared to be full of vitality. She was not sure when she would be able to be free and healthy again like the swan. This villa was really beautiful, just like a castle in a fairy tale. Although Luke and their children were frequently here to keep her company, Bianca still felt that she was isolated from the world. Especially when she saw the swans flying freely. However, she could only be confined in a wheelchair. There was a deep desire for freedom in her eyes. Bianca's envy was obvious. Luke rubbed her tender little face with his giant hand as he said, “Don’t worry. After a while, you’ll be able to move freely like those swans. Wherever you want to go, I
Leia's expression turned cold when she heard that Bianca's leg was saved. However, she felt better when she heard that Bianca’s baby did not survive. Leia was still suspicious and decided to probe further, asking, "Charmaine, are you sure that the b*tch’s baby is gone?" Charmaine took out two cigarettes and lit them for Leia and herself. She casually said, "Of course. The director of the hospital's Obstetrics and Gynecology Department is close to me and wouldn’t lie to me. Besides, she doesn't have the guts to do that. Leia, don't worry. Bianca's baby didn’t survive. A pregnant woman is already weaker than ordinary people. When an ordinary person falls, there’s a high chance that they might miscarry. What's more, she was in such a serious car accident. Even if she managed to save her legs, the baby is most definitely good as gone. Maybe because of this, the inner wall of her uterus will become weak and she won’t be able to give birth to another child in the future! "
Seeing that the man was still unconscious, Nina returned to her car and hurriedly dialed 911. Then, she returned to the man. "Sir, wake up! Can you hear me?" She went to check if the man was breathing again. Before she could touch his nose, the man suddenly opened his eyes. At the same time, lightning flashed and Nina saw the man's deep gaze. She was so scared that she almost fainted... Her finger was trembling as she pointed it at him. She asked, "You… You… Are you a human or a ghost?" Johann Stiles' indifferent gaze swept across Nina's body and finally landed on her ordinary face. "You fool, you hit me!" He felt like he had the worst luck today. He had five major surgeries back to back that day, so he was extremely tired. Before he could get some rest, he received an emergency call to attend to a general’s child. After he was done, he did not expect to encounter such horrible weather when he was heading home. His car even broke down on the
Jim Holston was wearing a branded suit. He had mature facial features and a bright smile, looking just like an aristocrat. He was holding Scarlett Quincy’s hand, clutching it domineeringly as if he did not want her away from him. Scarlett was as beautiful as ever, but her eyes were filled with sadness. The strangest thing was that when she looked at Jim, her eyes revealed a kind of fear, despair, and disgust. However, when her gaze was on Simon Holston, it became gentle and loving.Simon's tiny body was dressed in a cool camouflage uniform. He had on a military green beret and a pair of military boots. His outfit made him look even more handsome. Simon sat on the sofa and put his hands in his pockets coolly. He chewed gum and occasionally blew a few bubbles. Bianca exclaimed, “How is he so cute?!” Although Lanie was also very charming, the child was too mature. Especially after she got into a car accident, he had turned into a different person. He was act
Simon felt distressed because of that crazily overprotective brother, Blanche.Every time he tried to play with Rainie or bully her, her annoying brother would show up and kick his butt.Simon figured Aunt Scarlett would give him a beautiful sister and he would let her marry Blanche. If Blanche bullied him again, his little sister could help him take care of Blanche. Simon thought he was so smart!"How do you know Aunt Scarlett is carrying a girl? What if it's a boy?" Bianca could not contain her laughter.The little one was so interesting. Not only did he want to marry her daughter, but he had even arranged for her son's marriage."No, Dad says it's a girl, so it must be a girl. I want to have a sister. I don't want a brother."The little one gave a loud kiss on Scarlett's cheek as he spoke, "Aunt Scarlett, you're going to give me a beautiful sister, aren't you?"Scarlett's watery eyes brimmed with affection. "Yes, I'll give birth to a baby sister for you."Bianca was a little
The days went by, and Bianca's legs gradually recovered under the doctors' meticulous care.Slowly, she was able to walk on crutches.Bianca had been drawing design plans and studying for the architect exam while she rested at home.She occasionally painted oil paintings in her spare time and led a pretty comfortable life.However, Luke was getting busier and busier recently. He came back very late every day, and he looked tired when he was back.It broke Bianca's heart. She only wished she could take his place in dealing with the arduous work.However, Luke only comforted her, saying that everything would be all right when it was over.Bianca did not believe it. Her right eyelid had been twitching lately, making her feel indescribable panic.She wanted to ask Luke about it, but she was afraid of causing him trouble because he was already stressed out. Thus, she gave up.Bianca tried to search online for news about Leia and Luke, but there was nothing new about them online, on
Kassy’s eye donor was Hera, the one Abel had brought over.Even though Hera’s eyes resembled Kassy’s, they did not meet the criteria for a transplant. However, Hera’s blood type matched Kassy’s exactly.Hence, Abel decided to use Hera’s eyes. His belief was that her eyes were specifically meant for Kassy.Shanks knew he would not be able to change Abel’s mind, so he did not try. Abel’s stubbornness was something even Kassy herself could not sway.Luca remained silent for a while, not saying anything further. She understood that using a cadaver was the best option as it would not harm anyone.However, the eyes Abel wanted for Kassy were not from a cadaver. He intended to take them from Hera.Luca certainly would not participate in such a surgery. It was too cruel.“What are you thinking?” Shanks suddenly asked.Luca shook her head. “I’m just thinking about the volunteer’s situation.”“You’re wondering if this solution will be marketed, aren’t you?” Shanks suddenly asked.L
“I’m still a bit worried. Let me take a look in your room and change the dressing while I’m at it.” Luca knew Luke would not want her to worry. Therefore, she needed to see for herself that everything was fine before she could feel at ease.“Alright.” Luke knew she was worried about him, so the two of them headed into the room.He took off his shirt, revealing the bandage wrapped around his torso.Luca could not help but chuckle at the sight. The wrapping was done by Gerald, and it was hilariously sloppy. It was haphazardly bound—overly tight in some places and entirely uneven. It looked like it was just meant to cover the wounds, with no thought for neatness.“Stop laughing.” Luke was clearly rendered speechless by Gerald’s lackluster bandaging skills as well.If it were not for the fact that it was difficult to bandage himself, he would never have let Gerald do it.“With it wrapped like this, how are you supposed to sleep at night?” Luca asked as she began unwrapping the ba
Abel chuckled. His voice was low and gravelly.“Hera, let’s agree on something. Don’t use threats of leaving to manipulate me anymore, or I won’t be happy,” said Abel in a low voice.What might have sounded like a plea or a compromise came across to Hera as a veiled threat.The cool sensation of his fingers brushed against her eyelids, and she could not help but shiver. His touch felt as cold as death itself. She could not feel a trace of warmth.Her hands clenched tightly together. The tension in her grip was the only thing keeping her from trembling further.“Alright,” Hera murmured obediently.Abel withdrew his hand. Hera opened her eyes. A strange unease stirred within her. For reasons she could not quite explain, Abel’s behavior filled her with an unsettling dread…“Will you stay at the hospital with me tonight?” Hera could not help but crave some semblance of comfort.Abel frowned slightly. “Stay here with you? And what about Luca?”“You could just send her home. I onl
Luca's expression was serious, and Hera realized she was not just trying to scare her. Ignoring her warnings had already caused her to suffer once.Unwillingly, Hera sipped on the cereal. Her resentment was evident in every movement.Luca noticed it was not difficult for her to handle. She quietly sat down and ate her own bowl of cereal.Hera did not have much of an appetite.Hera took a couple of bites before growing bored. She glanced at Luca and asked, “How did you end up working for Abel?”Luca did not respond. She calmly blew on her cereal and ate in silence, showing no intention of engaging in conversation.“I’m talking to you. Are you deaf?” snapped Hera.Luca lifted her gaze briefly and replied, “You should finish your cereal before it gets cold.”“I’m not even hungry.” Hera really had no appetite and was not planning to eat the cereal.“It’s still better if you eat something. Otherwise, when hunger strikes later, don’t expect me to help you,” said Luca, “I’m only he
Luke had never taken the medicine that could speed up healing, so his recovery was nowhere near as fast as the others from the Island of Despair.Luca did not respond to Gerald’s comment. Her gaze fixed on him with intensity.“No stitches,” said Luke, “I trust you.”Luca bit her lower lip.“But if you don’t stitch it, it might tear open,” insisted Gerald, staring at Luke’s wounds.Luke glanced at his injuries and shrugged, seemingly unconcerned, as though the wounds had nothing to do with Luca.“Stitches will leave scars.”“Are you afraid of scars? What kind of man doesn’t have a few scars on him? Scars are a symbol of manhood,” teased Gerald with a playful tone, “Scars show you’re reliable, that you can protect a woman.”Luke gave him a look as though he were an idiot, then his gaze shifted to Luca. “I don’t want too many scars. I’m worried my future wife might dislike them.”Luca’s heart sank at his words, but his lighthearted remark eased her sadness. Despite the severity
Luca could not help but tremble with heartache. She fought hard to resist the urge to rush forward.Everyone in the room had survived brutal training to make it out of the Island of Despair, and they could not help but shudder when they saw the scene. The sound of the whip felt like it was landing on their own bodies.Gerald closed his eyes, unable to watch any longer. It was too cruel for him to watch.The ten lashes felt like an eternity, stretching on for what seemed like a century.Luca looked at the drenched clothes on Luke. His eyes were red, and his shirt was so soaked that you could wring out the blood from it. Her hands were clenched so tightly into fists that the veins were bulging.Abel tossed the whip aside, looking at Luke’s disheveled state with satisfaction. He enjoyed the thrill of this bloody scene.He turned to Luca, noticing her reddened eyes, and smiled even more devilishly. “Hera is in the hospital now. You’ll go take care of her for the next few da
Luca instantly understood the situation. It was about Hera.Hera was someone Abel valued, possibly as a future corneal donor for Kassy. While Abel might not love Hera now, he certainly took her health seriously.In a calm tone, Luca explained, “She was hospitalized due to inflammation that caused a fever.”Abel furiously flung his half-smoked cigar at her. The glowing embers singed her clothes, leaving a small burn mark.She instinctively stepped aside.Abel roared, “What kind of care is this?! I told you to look after her! Is this how you handle things?”Luca was perplexed. When did he ever tell her to look after Hera?Besides, she did take care of her.”When Ms. Sanchez fainted last night, she already had a low-grade fever. I diagnosed her condition as inflammation and prescribed anti-inflammatory and fever-reducing medication. I also emphasized that she needed to take oral anti-inflammatory drugs. She didn’t trust me and threw out Mr. Shanks’ medication, which led to her con
Luca placed her hand on Hera’s other wrist, checking her pulse. “Her condition is worsening. The inflammation in her body has intensified.“I prescribed her medication. Those are Mr. Shanks’ formulations, and they're highly effective for reducing inflammation. It shouldn’t be getting worse.” Gerald pursed his lips before finally speaking up. “Luca, when I was cleaning yesterday, I saw that Ms. Sanchez had thrown all the medication you prescribed into the trash. She didn’t take any of it.”Luca was speechless.She had been questioning whether the medicine was ineffective or if she had made an error in diagnosis. It turned out that it was Hera herself who had sabotaged her treatment.“What should we do now?” asked Gerald.“There’s no other option. She needs to go to a hospital,” Luca decided firmly. “Her condition is serious, and since she doesn’t trust my treatment, the hospital is her best choice.”“Can’t you help her just this once?” pleaded Gerald, “I mean, she looks really b
Luke stayed silent, letting the chilled beer cool him down, washing away some of the lingering heat.Gerald glanced around to make sure no one was nearby before leaning in and speaking softly to Luke. “Actually, I’ve seen it.”“Seen what?” Luke could not be bothered.Lowering his voice even further, Gerald whispered just loud enough for the two of them to hear, “I’ve seen you going into Ms. Craw’s room quite often.”Luke’s expression sharpened instantly. A cold glint flashed in his eyes.He had been so cautious. How had Gerald noticed? Was he bluffing?Luke narrowed his eyes and said nothing.His aura grew colder by the second.Gerald, sensing the rising tension, shrank back slightly and quickly added, “Relax, I’m not going to tell anyone. If I wanted to report you, I would’ve done it already.”Luke’s expression eased slightly.Gerald continued to reassure him, “I’m not one to meddle. Look, I haven’t said a word about you, and I even stood up for you during that whole thing