LOGINMia quickly snatched the mop from the floor. The sudden scrape of it startled Fulvia, who stirred and shifted her body but was still asleep.
Thank God Madam didn’t wake up, Mia thought with relief. She slipped quietly out of the room, closing the door behind her.Once outside, she picked up her pace, phone pressed to her ear. “Richard, don’t shout at my son! He’s sick—can’t you just leave him alone to rest?” her voice trembled with anger.Inside the hospital ward, N“What?!”Mrs. Williams shot to her feet, her eyes widening in disbelief.“I’m sorry, Aunty,” Hana said quietly.“Why are you apologizing? That filthy bitch is the one who should be sorry!” Mrs. Williams snapped. She turned to Hana, her expression hardening. “Are you sure about this?”“Yes, Aunty. I got this video from the investigator. As you can see, Molly planned for this to happen. She drugged Henry and took him to that room. A few minutes later, she came out looking angry and made a phone call. Listen to this, Aunty, although the audio isn't very clear.”Hana played the recording.“Hey, you gave me the wrong meds! He's just down. He slept off! You really ruined my plan. I'm really pissed off!” Molly's voice came through the phone.Mrs. Williams's mouth fell open. Her hands curled into fists as she stared at the screen.“What kind of filthy girl is this? And all this time, she was pretending to be a decent lady!” she spat. “So all those tears were fake! Now I understand why she nev
Henry fell silent, unsure of what to say. After a moment, he finally spoke.“Dad will be fine, Fulvia. Calm down. Why are you crying? Come on, your dad wouldn't want to see you like this.”“Yes, Madam. The young master is right,” Mia added gently.Henry turned to the doctor. “What's going on?”“Mr. Kingsley needs surgery immediately. I just need a family member to sign this consent form,” the doctor explained.“I'm his son-in-law. I'll sign it,” Henry said without hesitation.“There's something you need to understand first. The chances of a successful surgery are very low. However, if we don't operate within the next hour, he might not survive.”Henry's expression tightened.“Give me the form. I'll sign it. Please, Doctor, save him.”The doctor handed him the document. “We'll do our best.”Henry signed the form and returned it to the doctor.“It's all right, Fulvia. Dad will be fine.” He gently patted her head, trying to comfort her.***** Three Days Later“Dad, please wake up. It's
"Wait, Jason?" Hana said, surprised."Yes, it's me. Long time no see. I heard you went to Korea, and you even dumped your dumbass boyfriend.""I did. Don't say that about Henry. I heard you went to jail too.""You know I don't know how to apologize, so, yeah, you're right, I did go to prison. Spent two years there actually. Long story. What are you doing here? It's been a while.""A friend of mine told me there are people here who are very good at investigating, and other things.""Your friend is blessed then. Yes, here we investigate, stage accidents, act, and kill if needed.""No, I'm not planning to kill anyone. You know what, just give me your number, I'll call you to explain the details.""Okay, good. Here, type your number, I'll call you now so you can save mine too. Still as cruel as back then. Bad girl.""You can say that again," Hana said, typing her number."Oh, it's ringing. Saving it now.""I don't really have much cash on me, but take this.""Hana, for you? Don't worry, i
"We should forget about it," Max said. "You said the same thing when a girl deliberately left a lipstick stain on Henry's collar back in school. Do you know what you did to her in private? You beat her up so badly she didn't dare come to school the next day. She even transferred.""So?" Hana cut in. "You talk too much. I'm more mature now. Do you think I'll go beat up Henry's blind wife and his mistress? Come on, that's trash. Just give me my cake.""Right, maturity. I forgot about that." Max handed her the cake."Thanks," Hana said.*****Later that night."Bye. Goodnight, drive safe," Hana said."I will. Goodnight. Go inside, it's cold out here," Max said."It's cold in the hotel too. Bye then." Hana turned and stepped inside.*****Hotel room."Hello," Hana said."Hello, Hana. I couldn't believe it when you said you were back," Kenzy said."Well, it's true. How are you, and what of Sylia?" Hana asked."Sylia? You said her name just like that. Do you know her father's been trying to
"What?" Henry shot to his feet. "What is she doing here?""I know, right? You're shocked and surprised all at once, your first love, standing right in front of you." Max stood, swirling his glass. "If you'll excuse me, I'll give you two some space to talk.""I don't think that's necessary." Henry's jaw tightened. "Max, please, just tell her to leave.""Henry, you didn't even greet me, and already you want me gone?" Hana said, stepping closer."I think I'm the one who should leave." Henry turned for the door. "Max, next time you call me, make sure it's just you. Not her.""Henry! Henry!" Hana called after him, hurrying to catch up.Max sank back into his seat, staring at the two empty chairs. "Should I call this a tragedy or a comedy? At this rate, love's going to be the death of my mental health."*****"Henry, I know I was wrong, but please, hear me out," Hana said, knocking on his car window. "I know you still love me. Stop being so stubborn, you can't fight it. I love you too. Just
"Are you saying that to…" Max started.Hana cut him off before he could finish. "I'm serious. I told you I'd be back in two to three months, and now I am. You should be happy.""Of course I'm happy," Max said. "It's just so sudden, I won't believe it until I actually see you.""Yeah, yeah. Wasn't it you who said two to three months felt so long? And now you're calling it sudden. Well, the days move fast.""I really am happy you're coming back. There's a lot I need to tell you in person." He hesitated. "And I'm still a little annoyed you never find time to call me.""I'm sorry," Hana said, softening. "What is it you want to tell me? Give me a little of it now."Max let out a breath. "I'm starting to sound like a gossip because of this, but here it is. You know Henry's father married him off to Fulvia. Well, guess what, his mother just tied him to a mistress too.""What?" Hana's voice sharpened."Shocking, right? The mistress is even pregnant.""For who?" she asked."What do you mean, f
“Yes, he did. He told me he has malaria. If the doctor hadn’t spoken while I was calling Dad, he was planning to keep it from me,” Fulvia said softly.“Oh... it’s just malaria? Then why is sir coughing out blood? Oh... maybe it’s just a dry cough,” Emily thought quietly.“Why did you ask, Emily? Is
Fulvia stood from where she had been kneeling. “Thank you so much, Young Master, for honoring my mother and paying your respects. Mia... I’m done. Let go,” she said softly.“Elora, have you contacted a cab?” Mia asked the second maid accompanying Fulvia.“Yes, Mia. The driver will be here soon,” El
Nurse Bella grabbed Nurse Jessica’s wrist, her grip tight and unyielding. “What do you think you’re doing? You want to slap me?”Smack!Before Jessica could respond, Nurse Bella’s palm struck her cheek with a sharp, echoing slap.Jessica gasped, her eyes widening in dis
“What’s that, Fulvia? Are you okay?” Henry asked sharply, his voice slicing through the silence like a blade.Fulvia flinched at his tone, clutching the phone tighter. “I’m okay,” she replied quickly, forcing a small smile. “I was just playing with Jojo. He moved suddenly, and something







