Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Shotgun Marriage: She's the Apple of His Eye: Kabanata 91 - Kabanata 100

"Yeah." Shaun looked glum. "Sienna initially planned to confess to her crush at our college graduation ball. There was even a venue set up for it, and everyone in school was talking about it. Naturally, I heard about it too."I was afraid to face reality, so I got wasted at a bar instead. But when I woke up the next morning, Sienna was lying next to me. We…" Shaun's voice trailed off, but Tobias understood his implication nonetheless. "No matter what, you two are already legally married. You should treat her well. After being together for so many years, you should've been able to make her open up to you," Tobias said."I don't expect her to love me back, and I'm more than willing to treat her well. But…" Shaun grew visibly frustrated. "Her crush suddenly came back. And I heard that he's intending to get back together with Sienna."Clicking his tongue, Tobias chided, "So what? Act like a man and tell her crush to fuck off instead! Also, you're not even divorced yet. If that guy int

Tobias emerged from the ward an hour later. Glowering at Brett and Anna, he asked coldly, "What are you guys doing here?""Tobias, can I have a word with you?" Anna asked."I'm here to pay Mrs. Ripley a visit," Brett said, brandishing a bouquet of flowers. Tobias sneered. He would not let Anna meet Lucy in any way possible, but he felt assured with Brett visiting her. He was her biological brother, after all. "Anna, I happen to have something to tell you as well. Come here."With that, Tobias turned around and left. Anna trailed after him while Brett headed to Lucy's ward. …In the corridor, Tobias began blatantly, "Anna, are you going to reveal your identity as the imposter of the daughter of the Eberhard family yourself, or do I have to force you?"Caught off guard by his candor, Anna panicked. She struggled to maintain her composure. "Tobe, I don't understand what you're talking about…" She stepped forward and hugged him. Looking aggrieved, she whimpered, "You're mine

Gazing at her, Tobias crooned, "Don't worry, babe. How could I possibly marry someone when we're not even divorced? Bigamy is a crime!"He made a lot of sense, but Lucy still felt uneasy. "But why did you want to publicly announce that you're marrying the daughter of the Eberhard family?""Hush, don't worry. You'll find out in a few days," Tobias said, ruffling her hair. Lucy wanted to trust him, but she felt torn deep down. Sternly, she questioned him, "How many days to be exact?""It's the day after tomorrow. I'll have it taken care of by then."Drawing in a deep breath, Lucy replied, "Fine, I'll trust you…" She really hoped that he wouldn't let her down. She seemed conflicted as she hugged Tobias, but he failed to notice the look in her eyes. Instead, he asked tenderly, "You must be hungry. I'll have someone send dinner over.""Alright."Lucy's phone suddenly rang. "It's my parents. They've finally called…" Lucy murmured, her voice dripping with disappointment and an

"Anna, what are you doing in my house?"Upon hearing Anna's voice, Tobias instinctively reprimanded her. But he quickened his pace and hurried to the parking lot. "Tobe, I came to bring some dessert for Joey. But who knew this would happen? And the ambulance still isn't here yet. What should I do…" Anna sobbed on the other end of the line. Looking grim, Tobias ordered, "Stay where you are. Don't you dare leave!"He revved his engine and sped back. His phone fell under his seat on his way back. He heard it ringing, but he had no time to answer. His car came to a halt at Ripley Residence after ten minutes. An ambulance was also parked at the entrance, and medical personnel had already moved Howard and Agatha into the ambulance. "Grandpa! Grandma!" Spiraling in turmoil, Tobias rushed toward them. Joey still felt sluggish, so she seemed utterly addled. "Joey, what did you do to my grandparents?" he snarled. "I've no idea what happened, Tobe. I dozed off. Howard and Agatha

Tobias' eyes widened before the doctor could finish his sentence. "You have to save him! Please, I'm begging you!"To Tobias, his grandparents meant more to him than his parents. He'd never pleaded with anyone like this before. He might be powerful and wealthy, but he was utterly helpless in the face of death. "Mr. Ripley, please calm down. Mr. Ripley Senior's heart condition is quite severe. He can only last for a month if we can't find a suitable heart during this period. You have to be mentally prepared by then.""How about my grandmother?" Tobias asked. "Mrs. Ripley Senior suffered from severe fractures, but her condition is no longer fatal. She's still unconscious though."Tobias was relieved. "Thank you."The doctor turned and left, while Howard was wheeled out of the room. Noting his ashen complexion, Tobias felt guilty. His heart also ached upon Howard's ill state.Tobias took Howard's hand once they were back in the ward. Awash in guilt, he said, "Grandpa, it's my f