Kelvin's grip on the steering tightened as he swallowed hard. He knew just how much to provoke his boss. If he went any further right now, it would be game over for him. Everything he had said to Jessica was a lie. Well, they weren't entirely false, but Justin hadn't really been involved the way he had portrayed.In fact, Kelvin was the one Justin had sent to make the call to the hospital and settle Jessica's debt. While doing so, he found out everything that had happened. The only thing Justin did was tell him they'd get the bag first before picking Jessica up when he reported back.Jessica looked at Justin. She knew he must be embarrassed by the revelation Kelvin just made. She would have been if she were exposed in such a manner. She smiled and instinctively placed a hand on his leg, saying, "Thank you." His gaze left Kelvin and fell on her.He wanted to tell her the truth, let her know that Kelvin had just lied, but seeing the smile spread across her face, he swallowed his words. S
Jessica gently caressed her mother's face, tenderly planting a loving kiss on her cheek. A warm smile graced Rebecca's lips as she looked at her daughter, grateful for the affection. With curiosity in her voice, she asked, "How long has it been since I was asleep?" Jessica held her mother's hand in a gentle embrace, planting a soft kiss on it. In that moment, a profound sense of relief washed over her. She was no longer alone; her mother, her unwavering pillar of support, had returned."It's been two days, Mum, two long days! You really frightened me. You know I can't imagine life without you. Please promise me you won't ever do that again," Jessica scolded her mother, though every word was imbued with deep love, and Rebecca could feel the genuine concern in her daughter's words.Rebecca fought back the tears that welled up in her eyes, her grip on her daughter's hand tightening. She whispered with heartfelt regret, "I am so sorry for all the pain I caused you..." Her attempt to shift
In a sudden, overwhelming moment, Jessica found herself grappling with a rising lump in her throat. This was the moment she had been dreading, the moment when she would have to divulge the news of her impromptu marriage to Justin, a man she had only met two days ago. The daunting task ahead was to reveal this life-altering decision to her mother.Deep down, Jessica knew she couldn't bring herself to mention the connection between Justin and Nicholas. She knew her mother would disapprove and give a torrent of discouraging words about how he was the wrong choice for her. She wasn't prepared for a lecture on her penchant for making poor decisions.After a moment of gathering her thoughts and summoning her courage, Jessica finally spoke. "It was my husband who requested your transfer to the VIP ward, Mum," she confessed, her voice quivering with a mix of anxiety and determination. "I am now married."Rebecca couldn't help but chuckle at her daughter's humorous remark, but the amusement qu
Nicholas found himself restlessly pacing in his home study, engaged in a series of crucial phone calls with the media. Meanwhile, he couldn't escape the news that had spread like wildfire across the internet, a revelation concerning his recent separation from Dr. Jessica Smith and the onset of a new romantic relationship. This revelation had gained such momentum that it had become a prominent feature in newspapers and magazines, making headlines in every corner. The public's reaction was nothing short of intense, with social media platforms flooded by expressions of anger and disappointment.People expressed their dismay with fervent comments; "How could he possibly end a relationship with someone who had experienced an accident on the way to their wedding?" One said. "I even heard he terminated their relationship while she was in the hospital, in the midst of her recovery", another added.Another person expressed their frustration by saying, "Men are just scum, I hope and pray nem
Nicholas stared at Sonia in astonishment for what felt like an eternity. So lost in thought, he hardly noticed the passing moments until Sonia snapped her fingers in front of his face, jolting him back to reality. He had been contemplating whether it was even possible for Sonia to discern what he had struggled with for hours.With a sense of urgency in his voice, Nicholas placed his hands on Sonia's shoulders and asked, "Who is it?"Sonia's eyes fixated on an invisible point in space, her gaze focused intently. "This about this..." She shifted her attention back to Nicholas, her tone earnest, "Think about who stands to gain the most from all of this. There's just one person, Nicholas, one individual who would elicit sympathy from others."Nicholas's eyes widened as realization dawned on him. "Are you suggesting that Jessica might be involved in this?" The words felt foreign as they left his mouth; he had known Jessica for years, and the idea that she could be involved in such an act s
In the hospital room, Jessica's phone suddenly rang, causing her expression to sour as she glanced at the screen. Since her mother, Rebecca, was napping, Jessica chose to step outside to take the call. With a determined stride, she left the room, pausing for a moment to contemplate before finally answering the phone."What's going on?" she inquired sharply.Nicholas hesitated briefly, taken aback by her tone. Her continued hostility startled him. He began to wonder if Sonia's suggestion about Jessica's involvement in the situation held some truth."Was it you? Did you leak the information to the media?" he interrogated. Jessica removed the phone from her ear and gazed at it, perplexed by his accusation. She had been completely unaware of any recent developments due to her accident, and the television in her mother's VIP room remained off during their stay.Placing the phone back to her ear, Jessica inquired, "I have no idea what you're talking about. What news?" Her confusion was evid
In the opulent surroundings of Justin's mansion, he is seated on the living room couch, engrossed in the unfolding news. The day's events, which had recently transpired and were impacting their company, had reached his ears. Alfred, Justin's confidant and informant within the company, had urgently reached out to brief him on the heightened concern among shareholders.Expressing his disbelief, Justin muttered, "How could Nicholas be so careless as to expose his personal troubles to the public eye?" The revelation that Jessica's heart had been broken, while she was in the hospital, weighed heavily on his thoughts. Unaware of this aspect until now, Justin's empathy for her compelled him to take swift action. He promptly instructed Kelvin to investigate and gather information about Jessica and her mother's well-being.A sudden knock interrupted Justin's thoughts, prompting him to cast a glance at the door. Despite his exhaustion, the realization that he was the sole individual responsible
As Justin strolled past Jessica, he casually picked up the bottle and glass from the table."Let's just overlook that; a hungry man must satisfy his cravings one way or another," he quipped, proceeding directly to the kitchen.Jessica, being a medical doctor, instinctively trailed behind. "Consuming such a substantial amount of alcohol isn't conducive to your health," she cautioned.With a sigh, he halted, pivoting to face her. Holding up the bottle in his hand, he explained, "It's just wine, not alcohol." Jessica took the bottle from him, asserting, "No, it still contains some alcohol; let's verify, shall we?" Justin stared at her in amazement. Who was this woman, and where was the Jessica he knew? The last time he witnessed such determination was during his panic attack. A smile crossed his face as he reminisced about that moment."Yes, here it is! It mentions 12% alcohol content," she held the bottle to his eye level, indicating where it was written. "That's an excessive amount of