The Ultimate Cure: A New Husband의 모든 챕터: 챕터 251 - 챕터 260

"No." Adriana denied it.Half her face was still burning with pain, but she didn't want Francesco and Bianca to fall into conflict again. She had only just managed to break free from Chris and return to a normal life—why drag herself back into unnecessary trouble?Mars didn't press further. As an outsider, he knew very little about what had happened between his boss and Adriana. All he understood was that his boss couldn't let go—neither of his feelings for her, nor of his resentment.When they arrived at the hotel, Adriana thanked him."If Francesco asks, just tell him I wanted to try staying somewhere else."Mars nodded. "Miss Adler, call me if you need anything.""I will."Her room was on the top floor. From the floor-to-ceiling windows, she could take in a sweeping view of the entire city.Sitting by the window, she applied ointment to reduce the swelling on her face.The city lights glittered brilliantly, chasing away the gloom in her heart. The world was vast, boundless—

As evening approached, Adriana changed into a more formal outfit. The off-white blazer dress accentuated her tall, slender figure, lending her an air of crisp professionalism.Francesco picked her up at the hotel, and they headed to the restaurant together.Once settled in the back seat, Adriana briefly outlined her thoughts on the dinner meeting.Francesco listened quietly. Only after she finished did he speak. "You moved out of the villa and transferred the money to me. Is that your way of keeping your distance from me because of Chris?"Adriana froze, nearly choking on the question. She had been discussing work seriously, and yet his thoughts had drifted straight to her marriage.She let out a laugh—one edged with irritation—and turned to look at him, disbelief and faint mockery in her eyes."Francesco, I had my reasons for doing that. Do all my actions have to be tied to Chris? I'm not someone who can't live without love. I was able to leave you—if the day ever comes, I can l

Hearing that, Adriana's brows drew tightly together. She remembered that the last time she had come to the casino, Chris had been here as well.Uncle Estev asked, "Cesco, do you know him?""There is indeed a Slater family in Heatherton City. Miss Adler might be more familiar."As he spoke, Francesco glanced at Adriana."I'll go take a look."Following behind the burly guard, Adriana felt a growing unease.She couldn't imagine what connection Chris could possibly have with a casino. In her mind, it was hardly a respectable place. Silently, she prayed it wasn't him."Uncle, leave this to me," Francesco said, then followed them out.…"Sir, please leave."Ahead, two large men stood in front of a woman, seemingly shielding her.Adriana recognized the woman—it was the casino waitress.She hurried forward—and sure enough, it was Chris.Chris hadn't expected to see her here. He froze in shock."Adriana? What are you doing here?""That's what I should be asking you. What are you

Uncle Estev muttered something in Mitalian—Adriana couldn't understand the words. But judging by his tone, it was clearly a harsh curse.Bianca burst into tears, shrinking back and hiding behind Francesco.Grabbing her hand, Francesco strode out in a fury."Uncle Estev, I'll be going. Thank you for your hospitality."Adriana offered a polite farewell before following them out of the casino.Even after they boarded the plane, Francesco's expression remained dark and stormy. He didn't say a word.Bianca sniffled softly, occasionally stealing glances at him.Adriana couldn't shake the feeling that something was off, though she couldn't quite put her finger on it.The dynamic between Bianca and Uncle Estev—and between Uncle Estev and Francesco—felt… strange.After landing, Francesco looked at her. "Come inside and get something to eat.""No, thanks. I already ate over there. I'll trouble Mars to take me back to the hotel."After everything that had happened during a single meal,

Even after Adriana and Oliver left, Daisy never said a word. She simply couldn't bring herself to.She cared about being an illegitimate daughter. She cared about her mother's past as a mistress. She cared about her identity as Mrs. Slater.Dean could have women outside—but he couldn't get caught, and it certainly couldn't damage her reputation.Sitting in the car, Adriana felt a lingering unease.On the surface, Daisy seemed fine, but she could sense that something was weighing heavily on her."Oliver, I'll have to trouble you to keep an eye on Daisy.""I will." Oliver nodded.Daisy's mother had once been Daisy's father's secretary. In order to climb higher, she drugged him—and that was how Daisy came to be.Daisy's father had always been a man of integrity. Because of that incident, everyone in the Reeves family—from him down to his sons and daughters—looked down on Daisy.Even Neo, known for his calm and reserved nature, held nothing but disdain for her and her mother.The