As Jared promised, he picked Emily up at the airport because she asked him to. Not because she wants to take advantage of Jared's attention but because she needs a handhold to strengthen her morale at this time.Too many things had surprised her lately. Some men made her a little uneasy. Although with Alex and Jared, Emily can be calm, but not with Jeffry.Jeffry seemed to approach Emily too aggressively. Even just a few times meeting and he already dared to express his interest in Emily."You kept your promise to tell me. I thought you'd shy away because of what I said," Jared said as he drove his vehicle. Emily only flashed a faint smile.Emily stared at the handsome face of the man beside her for a moment, his long hair tied up neatly, mesmerizing. Jared had always made women hold their breath every time he passed them."There's nothing I need to avoid from you, Jared. You're like a big brother to me." Emily finally answered after taking in the sight of her adopted brother."Seriou

Seeing Emily helpless, Jason and Jared rushed toward the woman and tried to help.Jared was eager to avenge what Jason had done to Emily, but this was not the right time. The most important thing for them to do was to get Emily to the hospital and make sure she got the best care possible.Jared swatted Jason's hand away as the man was about to lift Emily's body. He wouldn't let Jason land his dirty hands on a kind-hearted woman like Emily. Especially after what he did to her, Jared wouldn't let Jason get even closer to the woman who had officially become their adopted sister.However, Jason felt panicked because he didn't do it on purpose. The one who should have fallen down and even died on the spot, if necessary, should have been Jared.For Jason, Jared had always been a thorn in his flesh. Jared always kept Emily away from him.However, this time, should Jason feel angry because of the closeness between Emily and Jared? Because he has alienated Emily and made her no longer believe

Emily was still in the hospital and undergoing treatment. However, Shila continued to accompany her and help her with her office work. Although sometimes bored, at least the presence of Shila and Jared, who attended alternately, could slightly treat the boredom.Emily only asked that they keep her condition a secret from Charles and Emma. Emily did not want her adoptive parents to worry and overthink about her health while forgetting their old condition.And one more thing, Jeffry Allen began to come to visit since he knew that Emily was still in the hospital.Jeffry used various things as an excuse so Emily would not mind his arrival. In fact, it was not uncommon for him to suddenly appear without giving any news. One stubborn man should be enough, and Jeffry's presence seems to be a rival for Jared.Let's not forget Alex, who until now continues to contact Emily, but the woman did not tell her whereabouts at all. Not even since her vacation to Bali. And now, Alex sounds anxious when

Emily was still thinking about Jeffry's words, which sounded like a threat to her. What exactly underlies Jeffry's attitude? Until now, Emily has absolutely no idea. Although Shila said clearly that Jeffry seemed to like Emily and maybe even fall in love with her, Emily did not easily believe it.They had just met, and that was because of a misunderstanding, so how could there be love?Emily didn't believe in love at first sight, which had no basis to be a reason for love to grow. Love that is easy to grow will be easy to end."Don't compare it to Jason, Em. That man is mama's boy, so he can't appreciate your sincere feelings for him. As for Jeffry, he's different. I think you should consider giving him a chance to get closer. So that you can get to know him better."Emily couldn't just say yes, because what Shila said was a guess. To Emily, Jeffry's words sounded more like a threat. And maybe Emily was right because right after Shila finished with the file she had to hand over to Emi

Emily didn't understand what made her open the door to an arrogant and dominant man like Jeffry this time. All she knew was Jeffry was cold, and Emily couldn't let him freeze to death outside.However, that was all the two could do, especially since Shila had not moved from that spot. The girl seemed unwilling not to witness the interaction between Emily and Jeffry."Ahem...." Jeffry cleared his throat once while glancing at Shila, who was still in place while scrolling through the phone screen. "Miss Andreas, don't you want to make us some drinks?"Shila, enjoying herself, got up and headed to the kitchen to fulfill Jeffry's request.It wasn't that she wanted to do the bidding of a man who wasn't her boss—because Emily was the one who should be ordering things. However, Shila didn't want to interfere with Jeffry's attempt to get close to Emily."What do you want to talk about, Jeff? It's late, and the people here know that I'm married," Emily said, breaking the silence that had gripp