Semua Bab I'm Not A Substitute Wife: Bab 81 - Bab 90

Many pairs of eyes turned toward Laura as she walked side by side with William. Laura’s visibly large pregnancy added an elegant aura to the expectant woman. William, by her side, looked like a prince protecting her.Camera flashes focused on the couple, shattering all the arguments claiming Laura was a heartless sister. Those who had only heard one side of the story had jumped to conclusions based on what the media had reported. But after the news of Michelle’s escape, public opinion shifted in Laura’s favor. If Michelle had truly felt guilty and remorseful, the beautiful model should have accepted her punishment. Many believed that Laura or William would have been willing to pardon Michelle if she had shown change and kindness. With all the wealth they possessed, it seemed nothing was beyond their reach.Dominic appeared first after the event was officially opened, while Laura sat at the front table with William, Elara, and Marko. Cameras were not allowed to capture images of their

The next day, Laura visited Ashdorf Legacy for the first time. Although she would not immediately take over the leadership of the company, the pregnant woman still needed to understand the company’s condition. Kendrick, who had been Dominic’s personal assistant and secretary, was now assigned to represent Laura in managing the company until she was ready to take over.“I don’t really understand much about the company, so please help me manage it. I still have a lot to learn,” Laura said to Kendrick.“No problem, Ma’am. You can trust me. I’ve been the one handling Mr. Dominic’s duties all this time,” Kendrick replied to his new boss.Laura nodded and listened attentively to Kendrick’s explanations about Ashdorf Legacy and the kinds of decisions she would eventually have to make. She wasn’t accompanied by William but was protected by several bodyguards who were always ready to ensure her safety. William chose to trust the guards assigned by Dominic and himself.“Are you really okay?” Wi

The loud crash of the colliding cars shocked everyone around. People were startled and concerned when they realized the car hit by the large truck was the one carrying William and Laura.Michelle, seeing that her plan had succeeded, smiled faintly. She made sure Mason, who was driving the truck, could leave the scene quickly. Mason was helped by another man to escape while everyone was focused on the rescue efforts for Laura and William. Mason, dressed as a police officer, gave the impression that the truck driver had already been secured by the authorities.Ambulances and police arrived, rushing Laura and William to the hospital for immediate treatment. Laura was taken into surgery to deliver her baby, even though it was premature, while William received care in another room. After the accident, both of them were unconscious. Elara, Dominic, and Marko, shocked by the news, rushed to the hospital to make sure they were going to be okay.Elara cried upon seeing the condition of William

A week had passed, and there was still no change in William and Laura’s condition, making Elara even more heartbroken. She stayed faithfully by their side at the hospital, neglecting her own well-being. Samuel had reminded Elara to take care of her health because if she fell ill, it would only make William and Laura feel worse.But Elara couldn't bring herself to leave them, until Samuel's gentle persuasion finally convinced her to eat something. As she stood up from her seat, her steps suddenly halted when she saw William's fingers move.The woman couldn't hold back her tears of joy. Samuel quickly called the doctor to check on William's condition.“Will, wake up, sweetheart, it's Mom,” Elara said, hoping William would truly regain consciousness.The eyes that had been shut tightly for so long slowly opened. The man blinked against the light that seemed to pierce his vision. As he adjusted to the brightness, he saw his mother weeping with joy upon seeing him awake.“William, oh thank

William tightly held Laura’s hand, gazing at his wife’s peacefully sleeping face. The handsome man kept praying and hoping that Laura would wake up soon and show him a sign of life.However, William didn’t know how to say it—that their child was gone. A photo of their baby, taken right after being delivered from Laura’s womb through surgery, was now in his hand. Seeing it caused the man’s tears to break free. The cold man didn’t care about his usual image anymore, because now, William looked truly fragile. His world had collapsed. The happiness he once shared with Laura had vanished just like that.What was so wrong with William choosing to live with Laura? Was loving her a mistake? Just because the woman he married was once close to his ex-girlfriend?But everything William had now wasn’t something he originally wanted—it was pushed on him by others. So why did his happiness have to be taken from him again? Couldn’t they just let William be happy with Laura?The woman he now l