Carter didn’t seem to expect him to ask such a question."My examination results show that you didn’t injure your brain."Westley took a deep breath. "I mean, if I can't get up, how do I walk to the bathroom?"Carter glanced at the catheter and understood."It can be removed today. After that, you can handle things in bed, have a family member push you in a wheelchair, or call a caregiver. You have plenty of subordinates who can help you."Westley’s breathing grew heavier, clearly on the verge of losing his temper."Just hurry up and fix me!"Carter closed the medical record, clipped his pen back into his pocket, and said indifferently, "I can’t. You need my sister-in-law for that.""Then call her.""I can’t reach her. My brother made her mad again. I don’t know where she is, and she blocked me."Westley had every reason to suspect that Carter was messing with him."I’ve never done anything to wrong you, have I?"Carter shook his head. "No. But everything I’m saying is the
"Carter!"Westley finally lost his composure completely. "You’re really annoying. No wonder your sister doesn’t even want to acknowledge you."Carter was always cold-faced, but now, his expression grew even darker.The temperature in the ward seemed to drop several degrees.Jordan was so startled that she instinctively moved aside.Westley noticed, his gaze shifting to Carter, his expression also turning heavy."If you know where to strike, you should also know your limits."Carter turned and left without another word.Westley's eyes fell back on Jordan’s face, and his expression softened. "Did he scare you?"Jordan shook her head and sat down by the bedside.The nurse entered right after, removed the catheter, and gave Jordan some instructions.She memorized them carefully.Once the nurse left, she turned to Westley. "If something’s wrong, just tell me. Don’t let pride get in the way or feel ashamed about anything.""Just treat me like a caregiver."Westley’s Adam’s appl
She thought about it and realized that saying too much to Westley was meaningless.He was injured because of her, and she was taking care of him—doing what she should."I've made my stance clear. I won't leave, no matter what you say. If you think I'm not professional enough, I can hire a caregiver and assist them. I don’t want to say anything else. Just rest. If you don’t want to rest, then wait for Buck to return with the food."Westley’s thin lips moved slightly, but in the end, he didn’t say a word.It wasn’t that he didn’t know what to say.Rather, he knew exactly what to say—but he couldn’t.Besides, with what she had already said, what was the point of saying anything more?"If you want to eat something, just tell Buck to buy it."But the next second, Jordan’s phone rang.It was a call from Jasmine.She answered, "What’s wrong?"Jasmine’s voice was filled with excitement. "Ms. Hickey, we’re going to Breckil! The monkey, the Saguinus—the Saguinus!"Jordan didn’t immed
The ward door slammed shut.From that moment on, their worlds were completely separated."Jordan."Jordan happened to run into Jane, who had just arrived at the hospital."Your eyes are red. Were you crying?"Jordan shook her head. "I’m fine, Sis. I cry easily when I get emotional—tear incontinence."Jane nodded. "Have you eaten yet? Let’s go get something to eat.""Something sweet—it’ll lift your mood."Jordan nodded again.Since Jane wasn’t there to see Westley anyway, she linked arms with Jordan and walked away.Zachary was rendered speechless.He wanted to follow but was immediately shot a glare by Jane.With a change in his steps, he walked into the ward instead."Jordy!"Westley thought Jordan had returned. The composure he usually carried was completely gone, and his voice was filled with obvious panic and nervousness.Even when he had relapses of his illness, Zachary had never seen him this vulnerable."You pissed her off so much that she left?"Westley turned
Jordan, concerned about Jane’s pregnancy, found a quiet restaurant for them to eat."Sorry, Jane, because of me, you almost got into trouble.""What does that have to do with you? Don’t be so polite with me all the time—we’re sisters."As Jane ordered her food, she added, "Your problems are my problems."Jordan was deeply moved.Sometimes, family bonds couldn’t be put into words.She and Jane hadn’t grown up together, yet when they met, everything just felt right. They clicked in every way.After their grandfather passed away and her love for Westley ended in failure, she thought she was destined to wander through life alone.But fortunately, fate hadn’t treated her too unfairly."Precisely because we’re real sisters, I’m afraid something might happen to you. I finally found my sister, and I want us to live to a hundred together."Jane flipped the menu and continued ordering. "We will. We’ll both live to a hundred. Now, pick what you want to eat."Jordan leaned in to look, f
“But didn’t you say you acknowledged him as an uncle?” Jordan asked in confusion.“Sigh.” Jane waved her hand dismissively. “That was just to prevent him from maintaining a marital relationship with you. At the time, I didn’t know you were already divorced. Since you two are truly divorced, there’s no need for any connection.”Jordan caught the key point. “The divorce certificate is real?”“Not only that, but your divorce status is also officially recorded. According to the Civil Affairs Bureau, you are now legally divorced.”Jordan should have been happy, but suddenly, she felt an inexplicable discomfort in her heart.She couldn’t quite put her finger on what that feeling was.Pressing her lips together, she said, “It’s good that it’s real.”The dishes were served one after another. Jane placed some food onto Jordan’s plate. “So, you don’t have to dwell on what happened at the black market last night. Everything is settled.”Settled.It was good that things were settled.Jor
"Good.""Alright, eat well."In the car, Zachary was still checking his watch every second.He keenly noticed that Jordan had been looking at his car for quite a while.She had noticed him, so Jane couldn't have missed it either.It must have been an act.Unable to hold back, he sent a message back.Jane replied, "Did you finish seeing Westley?"Zachary immediately understood why she had been so warm and enthusiastic yesterday, but was much colder today.It was mostly because of Westley and Jordan’s situation.It was still connected in some way.He typed. "I didn’t see him. I asked about the bodyguards and then came over."Jane sent a nodding emoji.Zachary waited for a while but didn’t see any new messages from her.He had quit smoking, and when he was feeling impatient, he chewed on mint candy.The sound of him biting the mint candy felt like he was chewing on bones.It sent a chill down the driver’s spine."Sir, please don't do anything impulsive.""I won’t."Zach
Carter was smarter, but he didn’t ask any questions. He directly sent the medical records.Jane forwarded them to Tanner.Zachary cocked his brows slightly.He was surprised that Tanner even had WhatsApp.The father of the child hadn’t even added her on WhatsApp."I see it," said Tanner, finishing her joke. "I can do acupuncture to treat it, but I’m not that magical. Actually, Carter has a better treatment method."Tanner knew that Carter had set this up, still knowing that Jane could contact her."I’ll be on the plane back after I’m done here, but before that, you can try asking Carter if he wants to save him."Jane knew the Greyson family’s secrets.After agreeing, she hung up the phone.She turned to look at Zachary, who was drinking soup."Is there something you want to tell me?"Zachary put down his soup bowl, took a napkin to wipe his mouth, and then said, "I do want Westley to recover quickly, but I didn’t deceive you into making the call. And Carter not treating him
"If I stopped him from coming in, the things he could do would be worse than what's happening now."Yvonne changed into a green, form-fitting long dress, adjusting her makeup and hair in front of the mirror."Then I wouldn't be able to do business at all."Georgina crossed her arms and leaned against the doorframe. "I can tell you never really intended to stop him."Yvonne glanced at her, her eyes soft and seductive.Georgina reached out and pinched her. "If I were him, I'd want to sleep with you too.""Get lost." Yvonne pushed her hand away. "Then have Lucifer handle it for me. Anyway, I don't have the authority to stop Blake. He’s a member of the Hilton family, after all."Georgina straightened up and became serious. "Are you sure?"Yvonne didn't answer, adjusting the straps of her dress as she walked out of the bathroom.Georgina smiled. "I knew you weren't serious."She draped her arm around Yvonne's shoulder as they walked out together. "Let's have a good talk. His paren
Caleb truly couldn't interfere. In fact, he hadn't planned to get too involved in Blake's affairs.Occasionally, he could play the supporting role, and that was enough.He stepped aside to make way.Georgina immediately left.Whitney slowly blinked her eyes.Georgina was her idol, and she wanted to become someone like her.Someone who had confidence in everything she did, completely unafraid of offending anyone."Let's go." Millie patted Whitney's shoulder. "If someone didn't know any better, they'd think you had feelings for Georgina. Your husband's still around. If he gets jealous, he might just smash this place to the ground."Whitney did indeed like Georgina, but it wasn't that kind of like.It was admiration and respect.Just as she was about to say something, she met Caleb's cold gaze and changed her words."I'm just worried. Blake seems to be in a bad mood."Millie told her not to worry. "Everything has its match. It's just something between men and women.""And wit
The people at Yvonne's place were all professionally trained, and later, when Georgina married Lucifer, Lucifer had even placed several of his men here.Even though Lucifer and his eldest brother were practically inseparable, he still couldn't get any information from them."Mr. Caleb, it's been a while since I've seen you out having fun."He didn't plan to ask about the people he recognized either. After all, he didn't want anyone to know that his wife had left him to come here and have fun."Blake is here. I'm afraid he might do something stupid, so I came to check on him."Everyone who came to this place knew about the situation between Blake and Yvonne.The Hilton family was not one to be provoked, especially since Yvonne was very close to Lucifer's wife.Two major families—this wasn't something they could just casually comment on.In the past, there were some who tried to "save" Yvonne, but they never showed up again.Later, everyone figured that this might be a kind of g
"Mr. Blake, my relationship with you is merely that of an owner and a guest," she said. "You come, I entertain you, but you have no right to stick your nose into my business."She could wear whatever she wanted.Even if some people had ill intentions, that was their problem.What did her choice of clothes have to do with anything?Back when Caleb and the others came to play, in the summer, she wore even less, and no one had acted inappropriately.Anyone who wanted to act out inappropriately couldn't even step foot through this door anymore.Blake didn't know what she was thinking, but just looking at her attire, he couldn't help but feel uncomfortable.Silently, he put the coat back over her shoulders, and said gruffly, "It's cold."Caleb found the situation amusing but remained concerned about Whitney, so he didn't smile.At least he knew that with Mrs. Scholfield around, they wouldn't dare make a scene.Otherwise, Lucifer would turn this place into ruins.The tall building
“Georgina.” Whitney took the initiative to walk over and greet her. "Haven’t seen you in ages."Georgina smiled. "Everything's ready. Let's change first. We can talk while soaking in the hot springs."Millie led Whitney to the changing rooms.Yvonne mentioned that she had important guests today and would join them later.Georgina nodded.Caleb and Blake bumped into each other at the entrance.Blake had feelings for his family, but perhaps because he lost his parents at a young age, his personality had grown colder over the years.It wasn't that he didn't care, it was just that he couldn't be like Caleb, always smiling, with a more lively temperament."Caleb.""Blake."Caleb didn't waste time with pleasantries. There was no need between relatives.He walked briskly inside.Blake followed and asked what had happened.Caleb asked the receptionist where Millie's room was.The receptionist smiled professionally. "Mr. Caleb, I'm sorry, although you hold immense power, I still c
Whitney nodded.By the time they arrived, it was already dark.But the entrance of the hot spring resort was bustling with activity.People were coming and going, and the car park at the front was filled with luxury cars.Standing at the entrance was a woman in a purple gown, her figure stunning.In such cold weather, she was only wearing a form-fitting silk dress, and although she had a mink shawl draped over her shoulders, it had started snowing mixed with rain by now.Whitney felt a chill just looking at her.Then, glancing at herself, she realized she looked round and bundled up due to her thin frame, trying to stay warm.Compared to the woman in front of her, she didn't feel the least bit feminine."Yvonne!"Millie tugged Whitney over. "I brought my sister-in-law!"Yvonne excused herself from her guests, letting someone show them in, and then turned to face Millie and Whitney.The moment Whitney met her gaze, she felt a softening in her bones.It was a natural, effort
Caleb's temples throbbed.He regretted some of the things he had done to Millie when they were younger.Whitney was a bit worried, but Millie reassured her to not worry at all.In reality, Caleb was fine.If it weren't for Whitney, she would have exposed his little scheme by now."Gilbert will be here soon.""Also, the doctor said to observe him overnight, but he'll be fine. He can be discharged tomorrow. He's not missing any limbs. Whitney, it's okay to care about your husband, but don't spoil him too much. It'll bring bad luck."Whitney had never heard anything like this before.Millie always said things that were beyond her understanding.Maybe that's the difference between being spoiled growing up and struggling just to survive."Okay."She liked Millie, just as she liked Jane and the others—they were all great girls.Millie pinched her cheek. "That's more like it."Gilbert finished work at his usual time.When he arrived at the hospital, he thought for a moment and c
"You're still trying to make me gain weight." Millie was very kind to Whitney, always speaking in her favor, so she had to support her as well. "I always thought you liked a bit of meat on someone."Caleb wanted her to eat more, gain a bit of weight, and stay healthy.This was a setup, and he wasn't sure how to respond."Only giving me vegetables?"Whitney hadn't planned on cooking meat at all, but since Millie mentioned wanting some, she made cooked some meat."You can't eat anything greasy right now, but I've made some chicken. You can have some chicken."Caleb smirked. "I'll do as you say."Millie couldn't stand it anymore and clicked her tongue a few times.But Caleb didn't give her a chance to speak. "Can't the roast pork shut you up?"Millie was so angry that she gritted her teeth. After finishing her meal, she saw Whitney still feeding Caleb.Unable to stop herself, she said, "Caleb, you've got alcohol poisoning, not a broken arm. Whitney, you should eat. The dishes ar
Whitney felt that Millie probably had some longstanding grudge with Caleb from when they were kids.Therefore, she treated Millie with respect as well.That was why she said those words.What was so great about her?Being able to cook wasn't anything extraordinary.The Hilton family's status in Yelar was such that, had it not been for her good luck in becoming Zachary's sister and getting such an opportunity, she would have likely died in some unknown gutter.As for the various daughters of affluent families surrounding Caleb—beautiful, gentle, intellectual, and so on—the list was endless.Compared to her, they were a thousand times better.And yet, she still thought that Caleb marrying her was a loss.It wasn't as exaggerated as Millie had said."Millie, please don't say that. Caleb can cook for me, too. It's nothing special."Millie was shocked.Could Caleb even cook?But when she saw Whitney's expression, she realized that the times Caleb had cooked for her when they we