Chapter 17
Chapter 17
“Serves them right” she muttered “Compared to everything they book from Isis, this is barely a drop in the bucket”
sophie scoffed as she rented the latest drama to Isis.
Ius gave a small, indifferent unile. Does it really matter! Layla and Adrian are true love, aren’t they? If that’s the case, then a house shouldn’t maner. They’ll get married with or without one!
Seglue shook her head. “I wouldn’t be so sure. That Layla girl–she no fool. You can see it in her eyes–always calculating. The Andersons aren’t done with their troubles yet
Is chorkied, shaking her head. ‘Do I really look that gullible?
Sophie grinned. “Na, you’re just kind–hearted. Your blessings are
are still ahead of you.”
Tus smiled but didn’t answer
She
e finished planting her flowers, stepping back to admire her handiwork before heading inside.
After Isis stepped inde, Sophie let out a helpless sigh at the sight of the crookedly planted flowers in the yard.
Shaking her head, she got to work–watering, fertilizing, and carefully replanting each one at the proper spacing and depth.
“She has many talents” she murmured, rolling up her sleeves. “Gardening just isn’t one of them.”
Inside, hvis finally noticed a message on her phone from Aibeni, sent half an hour earlier.
[Everything’s arranged with the Caner family and Sa. Stephen Hospital. Pick a time |
She tapped her for against the screen, thinking for a moment before replying
Tomorrow at 2 PM |
Aher sending the message, she lifted her hands, examining them closely.
It had been a long time since she last performed surgery. She wondered whether she would still be as skilled as before.
Ai Caner Group headquarters, Andy burst into Julian’s office, barely
“Mr. Carter! We found Midnight he said
vable to contain his excitement.
Julian’s gaze, previously dull with exhaustion, sharpened instantly. “Where?”
Andy’s breath was quick with exhilaration. “Tomorrow at 2 PM. He’s agreed to examine your grandfather”
Julian’s hands clenched into fists as he fought to control the surge of emotions inside him.
Samuels illnew had worsened over the years. When Howard had been around, things hadn’t been this bad. But after Howard’s death…
A shadow crossed Julian’s eyes
Samuel health had deteriorated rapidly since then, leaving them desperate for a miracle. And Midnight–once thought to be gone for good–was that miracle.
They had all assumed Midnight’d been missing for two years–perhaps even dead. But against all odds, the 30 million dollar bounty had flushed Midnight cunt.
“Are you sure it’s Midnight?” Julian asked, his tone sharp.
Andy nodded. “The information came from the Dark Alliance. It’s solid.”
Julian’s eyes narrowed.
If the Dark Alliance confirmed it, then there was no doubt.
“Cancel all my meetings for tomorrow afternoon,” he ordered.
Chapter 17
Then was his lea l–pe- he had to seize di
Stephen Hempital, Samuel remained unconscious on the hospital beil
enly sign of life was the neady beeping of the monitors, a stark reminder that he was still holding on
breath as the finished her retine check on Samuel.
The hospital director had been clear this man’s hide was more valuable than gol. A single mistake could cost her everything. So she insisted on modutting the examinations heriell, unwilling to entrust such a crucial task in anyone rive
It was a genuine desire to cure Samuel.
One glance at Julian standing by the bedside, and it was clear he came from a powerful family. If she played her cards right, this case could change
her future
Not that it would make much difference. The truth was, that Samuel was beyond saving. At best, she could prolong his life—hut a care was
Stepping out of the room, she was greeted by a familiar sight–Adrian, waiting for her.
She smiled sweetly. “Well, arent you sweet” she teased, “Ticking me up from work like theo”
Adrian hesitated, rubbing the back of his neck. Gush sat heavily on his shoulders.
He wasn’t just here to see her. He needed to talk about the house. With their original wedding home now in shambles, Adrian planned to rent a place while renovating the villa
ding, would surely accept the idea.
He was certain that
was certain that Layla, being kind and understanding,
he planned a romantic candlelit dinner, setting the perfect mood before gemily bringing up the topic as they walked home hand in hand. But the moment the words left his mouth, Layla exploded
“Rent! No way!” she repeated.
Adrian barely had time to react before she shoved his arm away, her eyes turning cold.
Adrian was stunned and subconsciously asked, “Why“”
“Are you serious?” she snapped. “Adrian, what woman gets married without a house? Even his had a place when she married you! And now you expect me to settle for leve
““Layla, it’s just temporary,” he tried to reason. The house sit livable right now–it take at least a year to fix.”
Layla’s frustration only grew. Then buy a new
As the words left her lips, Layla suddenly realized–this was a great idea. She never really wanted to live in that villa anyway.
I had been his home, and she didn’t like the idea of stepping into another woman
But if they bought a brand–new place, it would belong to just the two of them. No memories of someone else lingering in the walls. No need to share space with the Anderson family.
He beutated. You know my family’s finances aren’t great right now. We can’t afford
Adrian want even sure how much money his family had left. Buying the villa had nearly drained them just to impress th
family.
the Moore fanule
“That’s not a problem!” Layla said, her eyes bright with conviction. “Adrian, we can sell this place and buy a new one. “That way. we won’t even have in sprad much esira.”
Adnan hesitated. It made sense, but the hassle of selling and buying again fell overwhelming
Sensing his reluctance, Layla slipped her arm through his, her voice softening. “Think about it. A home that’s just ours–no traces of any other
Adrian froze for a mo
a moment. She had a point.
bus had lived in that house for two years. It was natural for Layla to mind.
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Layla’s face in up. “Adrian, you re the best!” She leaned in and pers
essed a spuick kiss in his cheek.
en he returned to the hotel and brought up the idea with his parents, their reaction was swift and absolute
immediately. “That house is perfect–big, spaciosis, anıl wr inow the neighbors. Tin not selling it!“–
William frowned. “Exactly. The location is unbeatable. Do you know how many people want to own a house like that? Why would we give it up
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